10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Minnesota
If you are comparing property taxes across Minnesota, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Ramsey County, comes in at 1.24% — 0.19% higher than the Minnesota average (1.04%). The statewide effective rate is 1.04%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ramsey County | 1.24% | $3,767 | $304,900 |
| 2 | Pennington County | 1.22% | $2,300 | $188,900 |
| 3 | Steele County | 1.21% | $2,824 | $234,200 |
| 4 | Waseca County | 1.19% | $2,537 | $213,200 |
| 5 | Carlton County | 1.17% | $2,712 | $232,000 |
| 6 | Houston County | 1.16% | $2,633 | $226,300 |
| 7 | McLeod County | 1.16% | $2,708 | $233,400 |
| 8 | Hennepin County | 1.15% | $4,337 | $376,500 |
| 9 | Cottonwood County | 1.13% | $1,737 | $154,000 |
| 10 | Chisago County | 1.12% | $3,668 | $326,600 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Minnesota often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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