Roseau County, MN Property Tax: $1,644/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Roseau County is 0.93% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $177,100, that works out to about $1,647 per year, or $137 per month. Roseau County is located in northwestern Minnesota, and is home to approximately 15,301 residents.
About Roseau County
Roseau County covers approximately 1,671.7 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 15,301 residents living in roughly 7,188 housing units, of which 68.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $73,611, and the median home was built in 1981.
Roseau County borders Beltrami County, Kittson County, Lake of the Woods County, Marshall 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 Roseau County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Roseau County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseau County, MN | 0.93% | $177,100 | $1,647 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $1,718* |
| Beltrami County | 1.00% | $222,300 | $2,214 |
| Kittson County | 0.92% | $134,400 | $1,231 |
| Lake of the Woods County | 0.71% | $215,000 | $1,520 |
| Marshall County | 0.83% | $153,300 | $1,271 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Roseau County's median home value of $177,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Roseau County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 0.93%, Roseau County is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $177,100, that means about $1,647 per year — versus $1,718 at the state average rate, a difference of $71 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Roseau County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Roseau County?
For a home at the county median value of $177,100, the annual property tax in Roseau County is approximately $1,647 — or about $137 per month. For a home worth $265,650, expect around $2,471 per year. For a $354,200 home, approximately $3,294 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Roseau County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Roseau County are handled by the Roseau 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 Roseau 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 0.93% shown here. Contact the Roseau 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