Yankton County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 7,076.
The median annual property tax in Yankton County is $2,347, which is 31% higher than the South Dakota state average and 22% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $208,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,347
+31% vs State
+22% vs US
Median Home Value
$208,200
+25% vs State
-2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
+4% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,409
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,234
$186/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 | $2,347 +8.4% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $2,165 +9.8% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,971 +5.2% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,873 +0.1% | 1.23% |
| 2019 | $1,871 | 1.26% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,855
per year
Monthly Tax
$196
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Day County
Tax: $1,598/yr Rate: 1.03%
Lawrence County
Tax: $2,671/yr Rate: 0.86%
Turner County
Tax: $2,072/yr Rate: 1.04%
Harding County
Tax: $1,460/yr Rate: 0.93%
Hamlin County
Tax: $2,264/yr Rate: 1.09%
Perkins County
Tax: $1,405/yr Rate: 1.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Yankton County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Yankton County is $2,347 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $208,200.
How does Yankton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Yankton County are 22% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Yankton County? ▼
In Yankton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,409 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,234. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Yankton County? ▼
Property taxes in Yankton County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $73,855. 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.