Mille Lacs County Property Tax Rate

Minnesota

1.04%effective rate

Mille Lacs County, Minnesota has an effective property tax rate of 1.04%, which is 13% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $258,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,698 per year in property taxes. Mille Lacs County ranks #24 out of 87 counties in Minnesota for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,698

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$258,300

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

3.71%

Median income: $72,729

State Rank📍

#24

of 87 counties in MN

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$2,758

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,572

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Mille Lacs County pay on average $186 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Mille Lacs County Compares

Mille Lacs County
1.04%
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 Mille Lacs 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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Estimate your annual property tax in Mille Lacs County

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,120

$260/month · Rate: 1.04%

Quick Facts

Population27,125
Owner-Occupied63.6%
National Rank#1021 of 3,135
Median Income$72,729

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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.