Wilkin County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 2,144.
The median annual property tax in Wilkin County is $1,310, which is 40% lower than the Minnesota state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $172,300. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,310
-40% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$172,300
-23% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
-22% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,306
$109/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,320
$110/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 | $1,310 +1.6% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $1,290 +5.4% | 0.76% |
| 2021 | $1,224 +7.0% | 0.79% |
| 2020 | $1,144 +1.9% | 0.83% |
| 2019 | $1,123 | 0.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,635
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Meeker County
Tax: $2,159/yr Rate: 0.94%
Murray County
Tax: $1,373/yr Rate: 0.77%
Clay County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.11%
Swift County
Tax: $1,258/yr Rate: 0.86%
Beltrami County
Tax: $2,214/yr Rate: 1.00%
Steele County
Tax: $2,824/yr Rate: 1.21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wilkin County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wilkin County is $1,310 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $172,300.
How does Wilkin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkin County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wilkin County? ▼
In Wilkin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,306 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,320. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wilkin County? ▼
Property taxes in Wilkin County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $69,635. 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.