Roberts County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 2,539.
The median annual property tax in Roberts County is $1,460, which is 18% lower than the South Dakota state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $139,100. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,460
-18% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$139,100
-17% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-4% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,033
$169/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,283
$107/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 | $1,460 +6.4% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,372 +1.5% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $1,352 -3.3% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,398 +1.2% | 1.31% |
| 2019 | $1,381 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,691
per year
Monthly Tax
$122
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Corson County
Tax: $987/yr Rate: 1.34%
Lake County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 1.07%
Todd County
Tax: $1,006/yr Rate: 2.23%
McPherson County
Tax: $1,218/yr Rate: 1.55%
Lyman County
Tax: $1,581/yr Rate: 1.01%
Hamlin County
Tax: $2,264/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Roberts County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Roberts County is $1,460 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $139,100.
How does Roberts County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Roberts County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Roberts County? ▼
In Roberts County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,033 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,283. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Roberts County? ▼
Property taxes in Roberts County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $63,691. 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.