Wadena County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 4,270.
The median annual property tax in Wadena County is $1,773, which is 18% lower than the Minnesota state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $170,500. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,773
-18% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$170,500
-23% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+7% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,684
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,887
$157/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,773 +3.7% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,710 +7.5% | 1.05% |
| 2021 | $1,590 +11.2% | 1.11% |
| 2020 | $1,430 +1.9% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,404 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,882
per year
Monthly Tax
$148
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Stearns County
Tax: $2,617/yr Rate: 1.02%
Polk County
Tax: $2,109/yr Rate: 1.00%
Murray County
Tax: $1,373/yr Rate: 0.77%
Washington County
Tax: $4,012/yr Rate: 1.00%
Chippewa County
Tax: $1,551/yr Rate: 1.04%
Freeborn County
Tax: $1,750/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wadena County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wadena County is $1,773 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $170,500.
How does Wadena County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wadena County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wadena County? ▼
In Wadena County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,684 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,887. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wadena County? ▼
Property taxes in Wadena County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $56,882. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.