Clay County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 2,878.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,879, which is 61% higher than the South Dakota state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $221,800. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,879
+61% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,800
+33% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
+19% vs State
+37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,855
$238/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,957
$246/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 | $2,879 +6.0% | 1.30% |
| 2022 | $2,717 +7.1% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $2,537 +1.8% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $2,491 +1.8% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $2,448 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,794
per year
Monthly Tax
$240
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Mellette County
Tax: $963/yr Rate: 1.53%
Bon Homme County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.25%
Lyman County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.01%
Stanley County
Tax: $2,423/yr Rate: 1.43%
Tripp County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.90%
Hamlin County
Tax: $2,264/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,879 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $221,800.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 50% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,855 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,957. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $58,794. 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.