Clark County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 1,088.
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,392, which is 22% lower than the South Dakota state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $141,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,392
-22% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,900
-15% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
-10% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,754
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,222
$102/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 | $1,392 +8.2% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $1,287 +12.1% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $1,148 +0.7% | 0.99% |
| 2020 | $1,140 +3.1% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $1,106 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,885
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Yankton County
Tax: $2,347/yr Rate: 1.13%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 0.82%
Faulk County
Tax: $946/yr Rate: 0.76%
Fall River County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 1.06%
Walworth County
Tax: $1,866/yr Rate: 1.44%
Clay County
Tax: $2,879/yr Rate: 1.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clark County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clark County is $1,392 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $141,900.
How does Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clark County? ▼
In Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,754 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,222. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Clark County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $62,885. 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.