Hand County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 881.
The median annual property tax in Hand County is $1,373, which is 23% lower than the South Dakota state average and 29% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $152,100. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,373
-23% vs State
-29% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,100
-9% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.90%
-17% vs State
-5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,372
$114/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,374
$115/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 | $1,373 +12.6% | 0.90% |
| 2022 | $1,219 +1.3% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,203 +5.6% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $1,139 +1.2% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $1,125 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,054
per year
Monthly Tax
$114
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Bon Homme County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.25%
Jerauld County
Tax: $1,212/yr Rate: 0.95%
Dewey County
Tax: $1,009/yr Rate: 1.34%
Jackson County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
McPherson County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 1.55%
Meade County
Tax: $2,840/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hand County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hand County is $1,373 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.90% on a median home value of $152,100.
How does Hand County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hand County are 29% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.90% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hand County? ▼
In Hand County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,372 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,374. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hand County? ▼
Property taxes in Hand County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $72,054. 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.