Sanborn County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 721.
The median annual property tax in Sanborn County is $1,750, which is 2% lower than the South Dakota state average and 9% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $138,500. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,750
-2% vs State
-9% vs US
Median Home Value
$138,500
-17% vs State
-35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
+16% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,482
$124/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,875
$156/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 | $1,750 +8.4% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $1,615 +19.2% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $1,355 +4.4% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $1,298 +13.2% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $1,147 | 1.31% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,870
per year
Monthly Tax
$146
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Jones County
Tax: $1,357/yr Rate: 1.16%
Tripp County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.90%
Perkins County
Tax: $1,405/yr Rate: 1.33%
Day County
Tax: $1,598/yr Rate: 1.03%
Moody County
Tax: $2,231/yr Rate: 1.08%
Bon Homme County
Tax: $1,499/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sanborn County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sanborn County is $1,750 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $138,500.
How does Sanborn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sanborn County are 9% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sanborn County? ▼
In Sanborn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,482 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,875. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sanborn County? ▼
Property taxes in Sanborn County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $69,870. 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.