Property Tax in Chisago County
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Chisago County's taxes exceed national average
Chisago County's 1.123% effective tax rate sits 12% above the national median of 1.0%, placing it in the 65th percentile. Homeowners pay a median of $3,668 annually, 37% more than the national median of $2,690.
Among Minnesota's highest-taxing counties
Chisago ranks 15th among Minnesota's 87 counties by effective rate, significantly above the state average of 0.968%. The median property tax of $3,668 exceeds Minnesota's average of $2,168 by $1,500 annually.
Second-highest rate in the metro region
Only Carver County (1.026% rate but much higher values) rivals Chisago's tax burden in the metro area, with Chisago's 1.123% rate being the steepest. Compared to northern neighbors like Cass (0.576%), Chisago's burden is over twice as steep.
Median home taxes $3,668 annually
A $326,600 median home value multiplied by Chisago's 1.123% rate yields approximately $3,668 in annual property taxes. For mortgaged homes, escrow payments bring the total to $3,741.
Suburban reassessment errors are common
Rapidly appreciating suburban counties like Chisago often see overassessed properties, especially during boom cycles; homeowners should compare their assessed value to recent comparable sales in their neighborhood. Even a 5% reduction in assessed value saves $150+ annually.