Kingsbury County Property Taxes

Kingsbury County, South Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

11% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$132/mo escrow

#20 of 65 counties in South Dakota

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.99%

vs. South Dakota Avg11% below
vs. National Avg41% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$159,600

State avg $166,971

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,642

$137/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,540

$128/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#20

of 65 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Kingsbury County, South Dakota

Kingsbury's rate runs 20% below national median

Kingsbury County's effective rate of 0.995% sits well below the national median of 1.28%, placing it in the 20th percentile nationally. The median annual tax of $1,588 on $159,600 homes is 41% lower than the national median of $2,690.

Near state average with moderate tax burden

At 0.995%, Kingsbury's rate is just below South Dakota's average of 1.094%, making it a balanced option statewide. The median tax bill of $1,588 sits 11% below the state median of $1,785.

Competitive rates in east-central region

Kingsbury's 0.995% falls between Jerauld County's lower 0.954% and Hutchinson County's higher 1.117%. Lake County to the east (1.066%) and Lawrence County further north (0.859%) offer comparable alternatives in the region.

Median annual tax is $1,588

A typical $159,600 home in Kingsbury County generates about $1,588 in annual property tax at the 0.995% rate. Homeowners with mortgages pay slightly more at $1,642.

Appeal if your assessment feels high

Kingsbury County homeowners should verify their properties aren't overassessed compared to recent sales. A successful appeal can reduce your tax burden significantly.

How Kingsbury County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Kingsbury County$1,588
South Dakota State Average$1,785
National Average$1,924

Kingsbury County

0.99%

Effective rate

South Dakota Avg

1.07%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Kingsbury County, South Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Kingsbury County, South Dakota is 0.99%. 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 Kingsbury County?
The median annual property tax payment in Kingsbury County is $1,588. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,642, while those without a mortgage pay $1,540.
How does Kingsbury County compare to the South Dakota average?
Kingsbury County's effective tax rate of 0.99% is lower than the South Dakota state average of 1.07%. The median annual property tax in Kingsbury County is $1,588, compared to the state average of $1,785.
What is the median home value in Kingsbury County, South Dakota?
The median home value in Kingsbury County, South Dakota is $159,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Kingsbury County a low property tax area in South Dakota?
Yes — Kingsbury County's effective property tax rate of 0.99% is below the South Dakota average of 1.07%. The median annual property tax of $1,588 is also lower the state average of $1,785, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Kingsbury County rank for property taxes in South Dakota?
Kingsbury County ranks #20 out of 65 counties in South Dakota by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.99% and median annual tax of $1,588, it falls in the lower 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.