Minnesota Property Taxes
Property tax rates for all 87 counties.
U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023Average Annual Tax
$2,288
Average Rate
0.96%
Average Home Value
$238,336
County tax atlas
Minnesota property tax burden by county
Compare effective tax rates, median annual bills, home values, and tax scores in one state-scaled map. Pin any county, switch layers, then use the lens controls to isolate low-rate counties, high-tax clusters, or higher-value markets with moderate tax burden.
Counties
87/87
Avg rate
0.96%
Avg bill
$2,288
Avg home
$238,336
Atlas layers use U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is median real estate taxes paid divided by median home value. These estimates are for comparison and planning context, not property-specific tax advice.
At a Glance
Average Annual Tax
$2,288
National avg $2,690
Average Effective Rate
0.96%High
Based on median tax / median home value
Average Home Value
$238,336
National avg $281,900
Counties
87
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Estimates based on U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Actual taxes vary by exemptions, assessments, and local levies.
State Overview
Property Taxes in Minnesota
Minnesota's taxes rank below the national average
Minnesota's effective property tax rate of 0.968% sits comfortably below the national median of 1.03%, giving the state a moderate tax burden compared to other states. This positions Minnesota in the middle-to-lower tier nationally, meaning homeowners here pay less in property taxes as a percentage of home value than most Americans. The state's lower-than-average rate reflects a deliberate approach to property taxation that eases the burden on residents.
Tax variation spans from 0.573% to 1.236% across counties
Aitkin County in the north charges the lowest effective rate at 0.573%, while Ramsey County (which includes St. Paul) tops the state at 1.236%—a 116% gap that reveals significant disparities across Minnesota's 87 counties. This wide variation means a homeowner's tax bill depends heavily on where they settle, with median tax payments ranging from $1,070 in Traverse County to $4,380 in Carver County. Such differences underscore how local governance and land use decisions create distinct tax environments even within a single state.
Typical Minnesota homeowners pay $2,168 on $222,532 homes
The state median property tax bill of $2,168 is notably lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting Minnesota's below-average tax rate and lower median home values ($222,532 vs. $281,900 nationally). A typical Minnesota homeowner pays roughly 0.97% of their home's value in annual property taxes, a rate that translates to manageable tax obligations compared to other states. This affordability advantage makes Minnesota competitive for homebuyers seeking reasonable property tax exposure.
Metro counties charge more; rural areas offer relief
The Twin Cities metro area and surrounding growth counties—particularly Carver, Hennepl, and Scott counties—command the highest property tax bills ($4,195–$4,380), driven by higher home values and regional tax policies. In contrast, rural and northern counties like Koochiching, Pipestone, and Traverse keep median bills under $1,200, though these areas typically have lower home values that also factor into the equation. The pattern reflects Minnesota's economic geography, where affluent suburban communities near Minneapolis-St. Paul shoulder higher absolute tax burdens.
Minnesota is a moderate-tax state with strong equity
Minnesota sits below the national average on property taxation, making it attractive for cost-conscious homebuyers and offering relief compared to high-tax states like New Jersey and Illinois. Rural and northern residents enjoy the lowest rates in the nation (Aitkin County at 0.573%), while metro residents pay more—but still below national norms—to support prosperous Twin Cities communities. For most Minnesotans, the state's balanced approach means modest property tax bills paired with the public services and infrastructure that keep the state economically competitive.
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Data updated: March 2026
Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.
Estimates are informational only and are not tax, legal, financial, or assessment appeal advice. Verify parcel-specific amounts with the county assessor or tax collector.