Day County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 1,776.
The median annual property tax in Day County is $1,598, which is 10% lower than the South Dakota state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $155,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,598
-10% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,100
-7% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
-6% vs State
+8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,728
$144/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,485
$124/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 | $1,598 +7.6% | 1.03% |
| 2022 | $1,485 -2.7% | 1.10% |
| 2021 | $1,526 +6.6% | 1.26% |
| 2020 | $1,431 +5.2% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,360 | 1.35% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,270
per year
Monthly Tax
$133
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,793/yr Rate: 1.12%
Harding County
Tax: $1,460/yr Rate: 0.93%
Butte County
Tax: $2,197/yr Rate: 1.06%
Clay County
Tax: $2,879/yr Rate: 1.30%
Aurora County
Tax: $1,393/yr Rate: 1.08%
Lawrence County
Tax: $2,671/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Day County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Day County is $1,598 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $155,100.
How does Day County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Day County are 17% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Day County? ▼
In Day County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,728 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,485. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Day County? ▼
Property taxes in Day County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $62,270. 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.