Kingsbury County, SD Property Tax: $1,588/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Kingsbury County is 0.99% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $159,600, that works out to about $1,580 per year, or $132 per month. Kingsbury County is located in eastern South Dakota, and is home to approximately 5,210 residents.
About Kingsbury County
Kingsbury County covers approximately 832.2 square miles in South Dakota. The county is home to about 5,210 residents living in roughly 2,647 housing units, of which 62.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,221, and the median home was built in 1967.
Kingsbury County borders Beadle County, Brookings County, Clark County, Hamlin County, Lake 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 Kingsbury County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Kingsbury County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbury County, SD | 0.99% | $159,600 | $1,580 |
| South Dakota state average | 1.09% | — | $1,740* |
| Beadle County | 1.05% | $178,400 | $1,879 |
| Brookings County | 1.13% | $246,300 | $2,795 |
| Clark County | 0.98% | $141,900 | $1,392 |
| Hamlin County | 1.09% | $207,700 | $2,264 |
| Lake County | 1.07% | $231,000 | $2,463 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Kingsbury County's median home value of $159,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kingsbury County's property tax rate compare to the rest of South Dakota?
At 0.99%, Kingsbury County is lower than the South Dakota state average of 1.09%. On a home at the county median of $159,600, that means about $1,580 per year — versus $1,740 at the state average rate, a difference of $160 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Kingsbury County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Kingsbury County?
For a home at the county median value of $159,600, the annual property tax in Kingsbury County is approximately $1,580 — or about $132 per month. For a home worth $239,400, expect around $2,370 per year. For a $319,200 home, approximately $3,160 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Kingsbury County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Kingsbury County are handled by the Kingsbury 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 Kingsbury 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 0.99% shown here. Contact the Kingsbury 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