Carver County, MN Property Tax: $4,380/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Carver County is 1.03% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $426,900, that works out to about $4,397 per year, or $366 per month. Carver County is located in central Minnesota, and is home to approximately 108,622 residents.
About Carver County
Carver County covers approximately 353.9 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 108,622 residents living in roughly 41,395 housing units, of which 79.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $123,144, and the median home was built in 1995.
Carver County borders Hennepin County, McLeod County, Scott County, Sibley County, Wright County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Minnesota
Property taxes in Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Carver County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Carver County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carver County, MN | 1.03% | $426,900 | $4,397 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $4,141* |
| Hennepin County | 1.15% | $376,500 | $4,337 |
| McLeod County | 1.16% | $233,400 | $2,708 |
| Scott County | 1.07% | $393,500 | $4,195 |
| Sibley County | 1.10% | $215,000 | $2,364 |
| Wright County | 1.00% | $332,800 | $3,319 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Carver County's median home value of $426,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Carver County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 1.03%, Carver County is higher than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $426,900, that means about $4,397 per year — versus $4,141 at the state average rate, a difference of $256 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Carver County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Carver County?
For a home at the county median value of $426,900, the annual property tax in Carver County is approximately $4,397 — or about $366 per month. For a home worth $640,350, expect around $6,596 per year. For a $853,800 home, approximately $8,794 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Carver County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Carver County are handled by the Carver 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 Carver County?
Minnesota 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 1.03% shown here. Contact the Carver 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