Meade County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 8,581.
The median annual property tax in Meade County is $2,840, which is 59% higher than the South Dakota state average and 48% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $274,800. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,840
+59% vs State
+48% vs US
Median Home Value
$274,800
+65% vs State
+30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
-6% vs State
+8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,085
$257/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,543
$212/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 | $2,840 +3.4% | 1.03% |
| 2022 | $2,746 +6.5% | 1.09% |
| 2021 | $2,578 +1.9% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $2,529 -0.5% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $2,542 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,161
per year
Monthly Tax
$237
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Faulk County
Tax: $946/yr Rate: 0.76%
Hughes County
Tax: $2,526/yr Rate: 1.14%
Aurora County
Tax: $1,393/yr Rate: 1.08%
Lawrence County
Tax: $2,671/yr Rate: 0.86%
Stanley County
Tax: $2,423/yr Rate: 1.43%
Codington County
Tax: $2,310/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Meade County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Meade County is $2,840 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $274,800.
How does Meade County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Meade County are 48% above 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 Meade County? ▼
In Meade County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,085 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,543. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Meade County? ▼
Property taxes in Meade County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $74,161. 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.