10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in South Dakota
If you are comparing property taxes across South Dakota, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Todd County, comes in at 2.23% — 1.13% higher than the South Dakota average (1.09%). The statewide effective rate is 1.09%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Todd County | 2.23% | $1,006 | $45,200 |
| 2 | McPherson County | 1.55% | $1,218 | $78,400 |
| 3 | Mellette County | 1.53% | $963 | $63,000 |
| 4 | Campbell County | 1.44% | $1,266 | $87,900 |
| 5 | Walworth County | 1.44% | $1,866 | $130,000 |
| 6 | Stanley County | 1.43% | $2,423 | $169,900 |
| 7 | Potter County | 1.37% | $1,663 | $121,300 |
| 8 | Dewey County | 1.34% | $1,009 | $75,400 |
| 9 | Corson County | 1.34% | $987 | $73,800 |
| 10 | Perkins County | 1.33% | $1,405 | $105,900 |
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 South Dakota 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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