Watonwan County Property Tax Rate

Minnesota

1.05%effective rate

Watonwan County, Minnesota has an effective property tax rate of 1.05%, which is 14% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $162,400, homeowners pay approximately $1,700 per year in property taxes. Watonwan County ranks #23 out of 87 counties in Minnesota for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$1,700

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$162,400

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

2.37%

Median income: $71,699

State Rank📍

#23

of 87 counties in MN

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$1,957

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$1,416

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Watonwan County pay on average $541 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Watonwan County Compares

Watonwan County
1.05%
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 Watonwan 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 Watonwan County

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,150

$263/month · Rate: 1.05%

Quick Facts

Population11,205
Owner-Occupied67.4%
National Rank#998 of 3,135
Median Income$71,699

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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.