Lyman County Property Taxes

Lyman County, South Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

11.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$132/mo escrow

#21 of 65 counties in South Dakota

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.01%

vs. South Dakota Avg11.4% below
vs. National Avg41.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$156,500

State avg $166,971

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,063

$172/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,250

$104/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#21

of 65 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lyman County, South Dakota

Lyman County taxes slightly below average

Lyman County's effective tax rate of 1.010% is above the national median of 0.84%, but its median property tax of $1,581 is significantly lower than the national median of $2,690. This reflects lower median home values in the county at $156,500 versus $281,900 nationally.

Middle of the pack statewide

Lyman County ranks 33rd among South Dakota's 66 counties in effective tax rate at 1.010%, slightly below the state average of 1.094%. Its median property tax of $1,581 is below the state average of $1,785.

Moderate taxes for the region

Lyman County's 1.010% rate falls between Marshall County's lower 0.908% and McPherson County's higher 1.554%. The county's median tax of $1,581 is near the regional average, reflecting its position in the middle of neighboring tax burdens.

What $156,500 home costs annually

The median Lyman County home valued at $156,500 generates approximately $1,581 in annual property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages pay $2,063, while those without mortgages pay $1,250.

Appeal could reduce your bill

Even in moderate-tax counties like Lyman, many homeowners face inflated assessments that don't match current market values. A property tax appeal is free to file and could save you hundreds annually.

How Lyman County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lyman County$1,581
South Dakota State Average$1,785
National Average$1,924

Lyman County

1.01%

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 Lyman County, South Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Lyman County, South Dakota is 1.01%. 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 Lyman County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lyman County is $1,581. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,063, while those without a mortgage pay $1,250.
How does Lyman County compare to the South Dakota average?
Lyman County's effective tax rate of 1.01% is lower than the South Dakota state average of 1.07%. The median annual property tax in Lyman County is $1,581, compared to the state average of $1,785.
What is the median home value in Lyman County, South Dakota?
The median home value in Lyman County, South Dakota is $156,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lyman County a low property tax area in South Dakota?
Yes — Lyman County's effective property tax rate of 1.01% is below the South Dakota average of 1.07%. The median annual property tax of $1,581 is also lower the state average of $1,785, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lyman County rank for property taxes in South Dakota?
Lyman County ranks #21 out of 65 counties in South Dakota by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.01% and median annual tax of $1,581, 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.