Crow Wing County, MN Property Tax: $2,161/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Crow Wing County is 0.79% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $274,400, that works out to about $2,168 per year, or $181 per month. Crow Wing County is located in central Minnesota, and is home to approximately 67,113 residents.
About Crow Wing County
Crow Wing County covers approximately 998.4 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 67,113 residents living in roughly 42,191 housing units, of which 52.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,343, and the median home was built in 1987.
Crow Wing County borders Aitkin County, Cass County, Mille Lacs County, Morrison 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 Crow Wing County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Crow Wing County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crow Wing County, MN | 0.79% | $274,400 | $2,168 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $2,662* |
| Aitkin County | 0.57% | $235,100 | $1,346 |
| Cass County | 0.58% | $262,300 | $1,512 |
| Mille Lacs County | 1.04% | $237,500 | $2,475 |
| Morrison County | 0.91% | $237,000 | $2,154 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Crow Wing County's median home value of $274,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Crow Wing County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 0.79%, Crow Wing County is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $274,400, that means about $2,168 per year — versus $2,662 at the state average rate, a difference of $494 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Crow Wing County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Crow Wing County?
For a home at the county median value of $274,400, the annual property tax in Crow Wing County is approximately $2,168 — or about $181 per month. For a home worth $411,600, expect around $3,252 per year. For a $548,800 home, approximately $4,336 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Crow Wing County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Crow Wing County are handled by the Crow Wing 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 Crow Wing 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 0.79% shown here. Contact the Crow Wing 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