Benton County, MN property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Benton County is 1.02%, below the Minnesota median of 1.04% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,532 a year on a home worth $247,100.
- Effective rate
- 1.02%
- Median annual bill
- $2,532
- Median home value
- $247,100
- Rank in Minnesota
- 34of 87
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $2,040 | $170 |
| $300,000 | $3,060 | $255 |
| $400,000 | $4,080 | $340 |
| $500,000 | $5,100 | $425 |
| $750,000 | $7,650 | $638 |
| $1,000,000 | $10,200 | $850 |
Benton County compared with Minnesota and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benton County | 1.02% | $2,532 | $247,100 |
| Minnesota median | 1.04% | $3,184 | $305,500 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Benton County, MN?
The median effective property tax rate in Benton County is 1.02% of home value, below the Minnesota median of 1.04% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,532 a year on a median home value of $247,100 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Benton County?
About $4,080 per year at the county's median effective rate of 1.02%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does Benton County compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Benton County ranks 34 of 87 Minnesota counties by effective rate. The Minnesota median is 1.04% and the median bill is $3,184.