Wilkin County, MN Property Tax: $1,310/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wilkin County is 0.76% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $172,300, that works out to about $1,309 per year, or $109 per month. Wilkin County is located in western Minnesota, and is home to approximately 6,413 residents.
About Wilkin County
Wilkin County covers approximately 751.0 square miles in Minnesota. The county is home to about 6,413 residents living in roughly 2,977 housing units, of which 72.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $69,635, and the median home was built in 1967.
Wilkin County borders Clay County, Grant County, Otter Tail County, Traverse County, Richland 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 Wilkin County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wilkin County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkin County, MN | 0.76% | $172,300 | $1,309 |
| Minnesota state average | 0.97% | — | $1,671* |
| Clay County | 1.11% | $256,000 | $2,854 |
| Grant County | 0.94% | $178,600 | $1,677 |
| Otter Tail County | 0.78% | $252,500 | $1,966 |
| Traverse County | 0.97% | $110,100 | $1,070 |
| Richland County | 1.13% | $177,600 | $2,015 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wilkin County's median home value of $172,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wilkin County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Minnesota?
At 0.76%, Wilkin County is lower than the Minnesota state average of 0.97%. On a home at the county median of $172,300, that means about $1,309 per year — versus $1,671 at the state average rate, a difference of $362 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wilkin County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wilkin County?
For a home at the county median value of $172,300, the annual property tax in Wilkin County is approximately $1,309 — or about $109 per month. For a home worth $258,450, expect around $1,964 per year. For a $344,600 home, approximately $2,619 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wilkin County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wilkin County are handled by the Wilkin 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 Wilkin 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 0.76% shown here. Contact the Wilkin 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