What is the property tax rate in Moorhead, MN?

Moorhead has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.19%. On a median home valued at $246,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,941 per year in property taxes.

How does Moorhead compare to Clay County?

Moorhead's effective rate of 1.19% is 5% higher than the Clay County average of 1.13%. The county-wide median annual tax is $3,013, while Moorhead homeowners pay an estimated $2,941.

How much are property taxes in Moorhead on a $300,000 home?

Based on Moorhead's effective rate of 1.19%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,570 per year, or about $298 per month.

Moorhead Property Tax Rate

Clay County, Minnesota

1.19%effective rate

Moorhead is located in Clay County, Minnesota. Homeowners in Moorhead pay a median of $2,941 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $246,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.19%. This is 5% higher than the Clay County average of 1.13%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.19%

vs 1.13% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,941

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$246,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

44,706

Moorhead, MN

How Moorhead Compares

Moorhead

1.19%

Clay County Average

1.13%

Minnesota Average

1.02%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Moorhead

Property taxes in Moorhead are collected by Clay County. Tax exemptions available to Clay County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Moorhead. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Clay County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,570

$298/month · Rate: 1.19%

Clay County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.