Fillmore County Property Taxes

Fillmore County, Minnesota

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

10.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$161/mo escrow

#32 of 87 counties in Minnesota

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.95%

vs. Minnesota Avg10.9% below
vs. National Avg28.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$204,000

State avg $222,532

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,923

$160/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,946

$162/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#32

of 87 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fillmore County, Minnesota

Fillmore taxes slightly above national norm

Fillmore County's effective rate of 0.947% sits just above the national median of roughly 0.85%, placing it in the middle-to-upper range of U.S. counties. With a median home value of $204,000—below the national median of $281,900—residents pay $1,932 annually, notably less than the national median of $2,690.

Slightly below Minnesota's average

Fillmore County's 0.947% effective rate sits slightly below Minnesota's state average of 0.968%, keeping the county near the middle of the state's tax distribution. The median tax bill of $1,932 comes in below the state median of $2,168, reflecting below-average property values.

Among lowest in surrounding region

Fillmore's 0.947% rate ranks as one of the region's lower rates, outpacing Freeborn County (1.061%) and Cottonwood County (1.128%) while staying close to Faribault County (1.051%). Home values here median at $204,000, sitting in the middle of the regional range.

What $204K home costs annually

A median-priced home in Fillmore valued at $204,000 generates approximately $1,932 in annual property taxes at the county's 0.947% rate. Homeowners with mortgages pay nearly the same at $1,923, while those without mortgages pay $1,946.

Review your assessment proactively

Even in relatively affordable counties like Fillmore, homes can be assessed above market value—and homeowners should verify their figures annually. A straightforward appeal to the county assessor can catch and correct overvaluations before they compound.

How Fillmore County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fillmore County$1,932
Minnesota State Average$2,168
National Average$1,924

Fillmore County

0.95%

Effective rate

Minnesota Avg

0.97%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fillmore County, Minnesota?
The effective property tax rate in Fillmore County, Minnesota is 0.95%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Fillmore County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fillmore County is $1,932. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,923, while those without a mortgage pay $1,946.
How does Fillmore County compare to the Minnesota average?
Fillmore County's effective tax rate of 0.95% is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. The median annual property tax in Fillmore County is $1,932, compared to the state average of $2,168.
What is the median home value in Fillmore County, Minnesota?
The median home value in Fillmore County, Minnesota is $204,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fillmore County a low property tax area in Minnesota?
Yes — Fillmore County's effective property tax rate of 0.95% is below the Minnesota average of 0.97%. The median annual property tax of $1,932 is also lower the state average of $2,168, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fillmore County rank for property taxes in Minnesota?
Fillmore County ranks #32 out of 87 counties in Minnesota by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.95% and median annual tax of $1,932, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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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.