What is the property tax rate in South Dakota?

South Dakota has an effective property tax rate of 1.06%, ranking it #18 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,724 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in South Dakota?

Property taxes in South Dakota are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (1.06%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in South Dakota has the lowest property taxes?

Among South Dakota's 66 counties, Ziebach County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does South Dakota have a homestead exemption?

Yes, South Dakota offers several property tax exemptions including: Owner-Occupied (Tax Reduction), Over 65/Disabled Assessment Freeze, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

South Dakota Property Tax Rate

66 Counties

1.06%effective rate

South Dakota has an effective property tax rate of 1.06%, ranking it #18 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in South Dakota pays $2,724 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $257,400. This rate is 15% higher than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

1.06%

#18 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,724

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$257,400

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 907,428

Property Tax Rates by County in South Dakota

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Todd County	1.81%	$975	$53,900
#2	McPherson County	1.55%	$1,323	$85,600
#3	Dewey County	1.51%	$1,050	$69,600
#4	Corson County	1.45%	$1,009	$69,800
#5	Potter County	1.42%	$1,717	$121,300
#6	Stanley County	1.32%	$2,679	$203,500
#7	Walworth County	1.31%	$1,792	$136,600
#8	Perkins County	1.29%	$1,478	$114,600
#9	Spink County	1.28%	$1,584	$123,300
#10	Bon Homme County	1.27%	$1,707	$134,100
#11	Clay County	1.26%	$2,937	$232,300
#12	Davison County	1.23%	$2,526	$205,800
#13	Brown County	1.18%	$2,598	$221,100
#14	Campbell County	1.18%	$1,368	$115,900
#15	Sanborn County	1.17%	$1,586	$135,600
#16	Hutchinson County	1.15%	$1,867	$163,000
#17	Lincoln County	1.15%	$3,990	$348,300
#18	Minnehaha County	1.14%	$3,281	$287,600
#19	Brookings County	1.13%	$2,981	$264,600
#20	Harding County	1.12%	$1,863	$166,100

How South Dakota Compares

South Dakota

1.06%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in South Dakota

Or open the full South Dakota Property Tax Calculator to estimate your bill by county.

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax based on your location and home value

State

County

Home Value

$50k$2M

Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,180

$265/month · Rate: 1.06%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

1.06%

South Dakota Property Tax Exemptions

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Owner-Occupied (Tax Reduction)

Assessment frozen for qualifying applicants; property tax reduction varies

Primary residence owners (assessment freeze available for disabled and elderly)

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Over 65/Disabled Assessment Freeze

Assessed value frozen at current level

Homeowners age 65+ or disabled with income under $29,854 for single (adjusted annually)

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Disabled Veteran

Up to $150,000 of full and true value for totally disabled veterans

Veterans with service-connected disability

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in South Dakota?

Property taxes are payable in two equal installments statewide. The first half is due by April 30 and the second half by October 31; taxes not postmarked by those dates are delinquent.

First half

April 30

Delinquent May 1

Second half

October 31

Delinquent November 1

If you pay late: Delinquent installments incur interest/penalty at the statutory rate (commonly described as up to 10% annually) under SDCL 10-21-23.

See how South Dakota compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Nearby States

Iowa

1.39%

Minnesota

1.02%

Montana

0.72%

North Dakota

0.99%

Nebraska

1.49%

Wyoming

0.57%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). 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.