Benton County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 11,192.
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,532, which is 17% higher than the Minnesota state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $247,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,532
+17% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$247,100
+11% vs State
+17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
+5% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,566
$214/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,469
$206/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 | $2,532 +3.5% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $2,446 +5.6% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $2,316 +5.9% | 1.16% |
| 2020 | $2,187 +6.3% | 1.17% |
| 2019 | $2,057 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,480
per year
Monthly Tax
$211
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Kandiyohi County
Tax: $2,291/yr Rate: 0.99%
Clay County
Tax: $2,854/yr Rate: 1.11%
Aitkin County
Tax: $1,346/yr Rate: 0.57%
Big Stone County
Tax: $1,169/yr Rate: 0.86%
Wabasha County
Tax: $2,675/yr Rate: 1.09%
Morrison County
Tax: $2,154/yr Rate: 0.91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Benton County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Benton County is $2,532 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $247,100.
How does Benton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Benton County? ▼
In Benton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,566 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,469. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Benton County? ▼
Property taxes in Benton County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $71,480. 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.