Hennepin County, MN Property Tax: $4,337/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Hennepin County is 1.15% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $376,500, that works out to about $4,330 per year, or $361 per month. Hennepin County is located in central Minnesota, with Minneapolis as its county seat, and is home to approximately 1,268,903 residents.
About Hennepin County
Hennepin County covers approximately 554.0 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 1,268,903 residents living in roughly 564,441 housing units, of which 59.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $96,339, and the median home was built in 1973.
The county seat is Minneapolis. Hennepin County borders Anoka County, Carver County, Dakota County, Ramsey County, Scott 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 Hennepin County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Hennepin County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin County, MN | 1.15% | $376,500 | $4,330 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $3,652* |
| Anoka County | 0.95% | $325,800 | $3,099 |
| Carver County | 1.03% | $426,900 | $4,380 |
| Dakota County | 1.00% | $362,100 | $3,610 |
| Ramsey County | 1.24% | $304,900 | $3,767 |
| Scott County | 1.07% | $393,500 | $4,195 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Hennepin County's median home value of $376,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Hennepin County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 1.15%, Hennepin County is higher than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $376,500, that means about $4,330 per year — versus $3,652 at the state average rate, a difference of $678 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Hennepin County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Hennepin County?
For a home at the county median value of $376,500, the annual property tax in Hennepin County is approximately $4,330 — or about $361 per month. For a home worth $564,750, expect around $6,495 per year. For a $753,000 home, approximately $8,660 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Hennepin County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Hennepin County are handled by the Hennepin County Assessor's office in Minneapolis. 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 Hennepin 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 1.15% shown here. Contact the Hennepin 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