Washington County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 83,919.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,012, which is 85% higher than the Minnesota state average and 109% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $400,900. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,012
+85% vs State
+109% vs US
Median Home Value
$400,900
+80% vs State
+89% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
+3% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,006
$334/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,024
$335/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 | $4,012 +5.3% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $3,811 +8.3% | 1.00% |
| 2021 | $3,520 +6.4% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $3,309 +4.1% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $3,179 | 1.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$114,457
per year
Monthly Tax
$334
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Nicollet County
Tax: $2,888/yr Rate: 1.12%
Fillmore County
Tax: $1,932/yr Rate: 0.95%
Polk County
Tax: $2,109/yr Rate: 1.00%
Meeker County
Tax: $2,159/yr Rate: 0.94%
Hennepin County
Tax: $4,337/yr Rate: 1.15%
Isanti County
Tax: $2,951/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $4,012 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $400,900.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 109% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,006 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,024. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $114,457. 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.