Itasca County, MN Property Tax: $1,851/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Itasca County is 0.87% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $212,000, that works out to about $1,844 per year, or $154 per month. Itasca County is located in northern Minnesota, with Grand Rapids as its county seat, and is home to approximately 45,141 residents.
About Itasca County
Itasca County covers approximately 2,667.5 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 45,141 residents living in roughly 25,589 housing units, of which 59.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $66,380, and the median home was built in 1979.
The county seat is Grand Rapids. Itasca County borders Aitkin County, Beltrami County, Cass County, Koochiching County, St. Louis 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 Itasca County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Itasca County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Itasca County, MN | 0.87% | $212,000 | $1,844 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $2,056* |
| Aitkin County | 0.57% | $235,100 | $1,346 |
| Beltrami County | 1.00% | $222,300 | $2,214 |
| Cass County | 0.58% | $262,300 | $1,512 |
| Koochiching County | 0.80% | $143,700 | $1,148 |
| St. Louis County | 1.03% | $208,500 | $2,142 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Itasca County's median home value of $212,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Itasca County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 0.87%, Itasca County is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $212,000, that means about $1,844 per year — versus $2,056 at the state average rate, a difference of $212 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Itasca County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Itasca County?
For a home at the county median value of $212,000, the annual property tax in Itasca County is approximately $1,844 — or about $154 per month. For a home worth $318,000, expect around $2,767 per year. For a $424,000 home, approximately $3,689 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Itasca County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Itasca County are handled by the Itasca County Assessor's office in Grand Rapids. 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 Itasca 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 0.87% shown here. Contact the Itasca 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