Douglas County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 868.
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $1,466, which is 18% lower than the South Dakota state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $125,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,466
-18% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$125,000
-25% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
+7% vs State
+23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,705
$142/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,355
$113/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 | $1,466 +9.6% | 1.17% |
| 2022 | $1,337 +6.3% | 1.11% |
| 2021 | $1,258 +4.4% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,205 -6.1% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $1,283 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,125
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Edmunds County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 0.87%
Sully County
Tax: $1,697/yr Rate: 0.85%
Marshall County
Tax: $1,336/yr Rate: 0.91%
Turner County
Tax: $2,072/yr Rate: 1.04%
Dewey County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 1.34%
Brookings County
Tax: $2,795/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Douglas County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Douglas County is $1,466 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $125,000.
How does Douglas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.17% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
In Douglas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,705 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,355. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Douglas County? ▼
Property taxes in Douglas County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $78,125. 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.