Stevens County, MN Property Tax: $1,459/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Stevens County is 0.81% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $180,800, that works out to about $1,464 per year, or $122 per month. Stevens County is located in western Minnesota, with Morris as its county seat, and is home to approximately 9,686 residents.
About Stevens County
Stevens County covers approximately 563.7 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 9,686 residents living in roughly 4,201 housing units, of which 60.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,060, and the median home was built in 1967.
The county seat is Morris. Stevens County borders Big Stone County, Douglas County, Grant County, Pope County, Swift 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 Stevens County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Stevens County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens County, MN | 0.81% | $180,800 | $1,464 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $1,754* |
| Big Stone County | 0.86% | $135,700 | $1,169 |
| Douglas County | 0.86% | $291,700 | $2,516 |
| Grant County | 0.94% | $178,600 | $1,677 |
| Pope County | 0.79% | $242,800 | $1,915 |
| Swift County | 0.86% | $147,100 | $1,258 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Stevens County's median home value of $180,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Stevens County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 0.81%, Stevens County is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $180,800, that means about $1,464 per year — versus $1,754 at the state average rate, a difference of $290 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Stevens County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Stevens County?
For a home at the county median value of $180,800, the annual property tax in Stevens County is approximately $1,464 — or about $122 per month. For a home worth $271,200, expect around $2,197 per year. For a $361,600 home, approximately $2,929 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Stevens County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Stevens County are handled by the Stevens County Assessor's office in Morris. 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 Stevens 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 0.81% shown here. Contact the Stevens 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