Brookings County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 7,941.
The median annual property tax in Brookings County is $2,795, which is 57% higher than the South Dakota state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $246,300. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,795
+57% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$246,300
+48% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
+4% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,815
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,761
$230/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 | $2,795 +5.0% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $2,662 +6.1% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $2,508 +3.3% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $2,427 -0.5% | 1.30% |
| 2019 | $2,439 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,341
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
McPherson County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 1.55%
Minnehaha County
Tax: $3,090/yr Rate: 1.16%
Davison County
Tax: $2,361/yr Rate: 1.24%
Todd County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 2.23%
Sully County
Tax: $1,697/yr Rate: 0.85%
Lyman County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brookings County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brookings County is $2,795 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $246,300.
How does Brookings County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brookings County are 45% 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 Brookings County? ▼
In Brookings County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,815 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,761. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brookings County? ▼
Property taxes in Brookings County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $67,341. 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.