Douglas County Property Tax Rate

Minnesota

0.83%effective rate

Douglas County, Minnesota has an effective property tax rate of 0.83%, which is 10% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $321,400, homeowners pay approximately $2,674 per year in property taxes. Douglas County ranks #70 out of 87 counties in Minnesota for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,674

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$321,400

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.38%

Median income: $79,043

State Rank📍

#70

of 87 counties in MN

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,650

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,716

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Douglas County pay on average -$66 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Douglas County Compares

Douglas County
0.83%
Minnesota Average
1.02%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Minnesota

Pennington
1.26%
Ramsey
1.21%
Steele
1.21%
Waseca
1.18%
Carlton
1.17%
Houston
1.15%
McLeod
1.15%
Hennepin
1.14%

Minnesota Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Douglas County homeowners

Homestead Market Value Exclusion

Up to $38,400 excluded; phases out for homes valued over $76,000

Primary residence owners

Property Tax Refund

Varies based on income and property taxes paid; up to $3,310

Homeowners with income under $128,280

Disabled Veteran

Up to $300,000 for 70%+ disability; $150,000 for lower ratings

Veterans with service-connected disability

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,490

$208/month · Rate: 0.83%

Quick Facts

Population39,575
Owner-Occupied60%
National Rank#1509 of 3,135
Median Income$79,043

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.