Hughes County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 5,500.
The median annual property tax in Hughes County is $2,526, which is 42% higher than the South Dakota state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $221,100. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,526
+42% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,100
+32% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.14%
+5% vs State
+20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,645
$220/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,221
$185/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 | $2,526 +2.6% | 1.14% |
| 2022 | $2,462 +4.5% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $2,356 +8.6% | 1.26% |
| 2020 | $2,169 -4.7% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $2,276 | 1.28% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$78,981
per year
Monthly Tax
$211
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Bennett County
Tax: $1,424/yr Rate: 1.03%
Douglas County
Tax: $1,466/yr Rate: 1.17%
Yankton County
Tax: $2,347/yr Rate: 1.13%
Potter County
Tax: $1,663/yr Rate: 1.37%
Ziebach County
Tax: $595/yr Rate: 0.59%
Charles Mix County
Tax: $1,823/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hughes County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hughes County is $2,526 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.14% on a median home value of $221,100.
How does Hughes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hughes County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.14% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hughes County? ▼
In Hughes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,645 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,221. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hughes County? ▼
Property taxes in Hughes County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $78,981. 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.