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Waseca County

Waseca County, Minnesota

Effective Tax Rate

1.19%

Median Annual Tax

$2,537

How Waseca County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Waseca County$2,537
Minnesota State Average$2,168
National Average$1,924

Waseca County

1.19%

Effective rate

Minnesota Avg

0.97%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,603

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,406

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,537

Monthly Escrow

$211

Effective Rate

1.19%

vs. Minnesota State Average▲ 17% above
vs. National Average▼ 5.7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Waseca County, Minnesota?
The effective property tax rate in Waseca County, Minnesota is 1.19%. 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 Waseca County?
The median annual property tax payment in Waseca County is $2,537. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,603, while those without a mortgage pay $2,406.
How does Waseca County compare to the Minnesota average?
Waseca County's effective tax rate of 1.19% is higher than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. The median annual property tax in Waseca County is $2,537, compared to the state average of $2,168.
What is the median home value in Waseca County, Minnesota?
The median home value in Waseca County, Minnesota is $213,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Minnesota?
Property taxes in Minnesota are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Steele County(MN)

Rate1.21%
Median Tax$2,824

Carlton County(MN)

Rate1.17%
Median Tax$2,712

Houston County(MN)

Rate1.16%
Median Tax$2,633

Pennington County(MN)

Rate1.22%
Median Tax$2,300
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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.

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