Brule County, SD Property Tax: $1,744/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Brule County is 0.85% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $205,500, that works out to about $1,747 per year, or $146 per month. Brule County is located in central South Dakota, and is home to approximately 5,261 residents.
About Brule County
Brule County covers approximately 817.2 square miles in South Dakota. The county is home to about 5,261 residents living in roughly 2,371 housing units, of which 59.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $74,043, and the median home was built in 1972.
Brule County borders Aurora County, Buffalo County, Charles Mix County, Jerauld County, Lyman County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in South Dakota
Property taxes in South Dakota are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in South Dakota offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Brule County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Brule County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brule County, SD | 0.85% | $205,500 | $1,747 |
| South Dakota state average | 1.09% | — | $2,240* |
| Aurora County | 1.08% | $129,000 | $1,393 |
| Buffalo County | 0.78% | $108,000 | $843 |
| Charles Mix County | 1.08% | $169,200 | $1,823 |
| Jerauld County | 0.95% | $127,000 | $1,212 |
| Lyman County | 1.01% | $156,500 | $1,581 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Brule County's median home value of $205,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Brule County's property tax rate compare to the rest of South Dakota?
At 0.85%, Brule County is lower than the South Dakota state average of 1.09%. On a home at the county median of $205,500, that means about $1,747 per year — versus $2,240 at the state average rate, a difference of $493 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Brule County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Brule County?
For a home at the county median value of $205,500, the annual property tax in Brule County is approximately $1,747 — or about $146 per month. For a home worth $308,250, expect around $2,620 per year. For a $411,000 home, approximately $3,494 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Brule County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Brule County are handled by the Brule County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Brule County?
South Dakota counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.85% shown here. Contact the Brule County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File