Walworth County, South Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for South Dakota. Population: 1,779.
The median annual property tax in Walworth County is $1,866, which is 5% higher than the South Dakota state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $130,000. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,866
+5% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$130,000
-22% vs State
-39% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
+32% vs State
+52% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,299
$192/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,121
$93/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 | $1,866 +5.1% | 1.44% |
| 2022 | $1,775 +10.7% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $1,604 -0.7% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $1,615 +5.6% | 1.67% |
| 2019 | $1,529 | 1.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,722
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in South Dakota
Lake County
Tax: $2,463/yr Rate: 1.07%
Deuel County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 0.82%
Harding County
Tax: $1,460/yr Rate: 0.93%
Clark County
Tax: $1,392/yr Rate: 0.98%
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,793/yr Rate: 1.12%
Edmunds County
Tax: $1,417/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Walworth County, South Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Walworth County is $1,866 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.44% on a median home value of $130,000.
How does Walworth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Walworth County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.44% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Walworth County? ▼
In Walworth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,299 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,121. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Walworth County? ▼
Property taxes in Walworth County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $62,722. 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.