Potter County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 805.
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $1,663, which is 7% lower than the South Dakota state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $121,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,663
-7% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$121,300
-27% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
+26% vs State
+44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,830
$153/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,587
$132/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 | $1,663 +6.7% | 1.37% |
| 2022 | $1,558 -0.4% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $1,565 +9.5% | 1.40% |
| 2020 | $1,429 +8.5% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,317 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,726
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Perkins County
Tax: $1,405/yr Rate: 1.33%
Aurora County
Tax: $1,393/yr Rate: 1.08%
Brown County
Tax: $2,553/yr Rate: 1.20%
Hamlin County
Tax: $2,264/yr Rate: 1.09%
Buffalo County
Tax: $843/yr Rate: 0.78%
Jackson County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Potter County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $1,663 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $121,300.
How does Potter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Potter County? ▼
In Potter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,830 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,587. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Potter County? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $71,726. 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.