Davison County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 5,493.
The median annual property tax in Davison County is $2,361, which is 32% higher than the South Dakota state average and 23% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $190,000. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,361
+32% vs State
+23% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,000
+14% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.24%
+14% vs State
+31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,362
$197/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,360
$197/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 | $2,361 +3.2% | 1.24% |
| 2022 | $2,288 +5.8% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $2,163 +7.6% | 1.38% |
| 2020 | $2,010 -3.6% | 1.31% |
| 2019 | $2,086 | 1.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,401
per year
Monthly Tax
$197
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Lake County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 1.07%
Harding County
Tax: $1,460/yr Rate: 0.93%
McPherson County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 1.55%
Buffalo County
Tax: $843/yr Rate: 0.78%
Potter County
Tax: $1,663/yr Rate: 1.37%
Butte County
Tax: $2,197/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Davison County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Davison County is $2,361 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $190,000.
How does Davison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Davison County are 23% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Davison County? ▼
In Davison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,362 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,360. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Davison County? ▼
Property taxes in Davison County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $61,401. 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.