Cook County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 2,150.
The median annual property tax in Cook County is $2,322, which is 7% higher than the Minnesota state average and 21% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $294,000. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,322
+7% vs State
+21% vs US
Median Home Value
$294,000
+32% vs State
+39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.79%
-19% vs State
-17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,061
$172/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,578
$215/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 | $2,322 -1.4% | 0.79% |
| 2022 | $2,355 +12.0% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $2,102 +5.3% | 0.80% |
| 2020 | $1,997 +8.4% | 0.79% |
| 2019 | $1,843 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,643
per year
Monthly Tax
$194
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Olmsted County
Tax: $3,314/yr Rate: 1.09%
Sibley County
Tax: $2,364/yr Rate: 1.10%
Carlton County
Tax: $2,712/yr Rate: 1.17%
Dakota County
Tax: $3,610/yr Rate: 1.00%
Nicollet County
Tax: $2,888/yr Rate: 1.12%
Todd County
Tax: $1,874/yr Rate: 0.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cook County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cook County is $2,322 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.79% on a median home value of $294,000.
How does Cook County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cook County are 21% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.79% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cook County? ▼
In Cook County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,061 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,578. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cook County? ▼
Property taxes in Cook County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $71,643. 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.