Waseca County, Minnesota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Minnesota. Population: 5,950.
The median annual property tax in Waseca County is $2,537, which is 17% higher than the Minnesota state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $213,200. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,537
+17% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$213,200
-4% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
+23% vs State
+25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,603
$217/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,406
$201/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 | $2,537 +8.0% | 1.19% |
| 2022 | $2,350 +16.9% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $2,011 +5.7% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $1,902 +3.1% | 1.17% |
| 2019 | $1,844 | 1.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,052
per year
Monthly Tax
$211
per month
Other Counties in Minnesota
Jackson County
Tax: $1,329/yr Rate: 0.91%
Cottonwood County
Tax: $1,737/yr Rate: 1.13%
Crow Wing County
Tax: $2,161/yr Rate: 0.79%
Lyon County
Tax: $2,021/yr Rate: 1.05%
Olmsted County
Tax: $3,314/yr Rate: 1.09%
Wadena County
Tax: $1,773/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Waseca County, Minnesota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Waseca County is $2,537 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $213,200.
How does Waseca County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Waseca County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Waseca County? ▼
In Waseca County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,603 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,406. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Waseca County? ▼
Property taxes in Waseca County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $75,052. 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.