Jackson County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 3,595.
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $1,329, which is 39% lower than the Minnesota state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $145,400. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,329
-39% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$145,400
-35% vs State
-31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
-6% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,331
$111/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,327
$111/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 | $1,329 +3.1% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $1,289 +3.5% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $1,245 +5.1% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,185 -1.4% | 0.97% |
| 2019 | $1,202 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,955
per year
Monthly Tax
$111
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Lake of the Woods County
Tax: $1,520/yr Rate: 0.71%
Swift County
Tax: $1,258/yr Rate: 0.86%
Ramsey County
Tax: $3,767/yr Rate: 1.24%
Mower County
Tax: $1,819/yr Rate: 1.06%
Morrison County
Tax: $2,154/yr Rate: 0.91%
Blue Earth County
Tax: $2,487/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jackson County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jackson County is $1,329 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $145,400.
How does Jackson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
In Jackson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,331 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,327. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jackson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jackson County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $69,955. 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.