Taxes. They’re not the worst certainty in this world. But as the only contender for second, they are still pretty nasty.
Sadly, Detroit Lakes, MN does not occupy any of the taxman’s blind spots. The Minnesota State Government will tax you for owning certain types of real estate here. Becker County, which Detroit Lakes serves as county seat for, charges property taxes as well. The latter will be our focus in this article.
How Much Are Property Taxes in Detroit Lakes, MN?
According to Tax-Rate.org, the median property tax in Becker County is $1,226, annually, for a home worth the median value of $166,800.
For context, the average Becker County resident pays about 2.28% of their annual income on property taxes. For reference, the average American spends approximately the same percentage of their income on vehicle insurance. If you ranked every county in the U.S. according to how much it collects in property taxes, Becker would rank in the 36th percentile.
In summary, property taxes in Detroit Lakes aren’t exorbitant, but you’ll still feel them when you pay them. At least you can take heart knowing you’re paying less than Twin Cities residents. Instead of $1,226, a Ramsey County resident pays $2,345; Hennepin County, $2,831. (If you really want to live in Minnesota for cheap, move to Koochiching County: $641, or 0.64% median home value.)
Let’s shed just a little more light on Becker County property taxes. Here are city and total tax rates based on data gathered by the Minnesota Department of Revenue in 2023.
|
Homestead Value |
City Tax |
Total Tax |
|
250,000 |
975 |
2,363 |
|
500,000 |
1,950 |
4,725 |
|
750,000 |
3,169 |
7,621 |
|
1,000,000 |
4,388 |
10,517 |
|
1,250,000 |
5,607 |
13,414 |
|
1,500,000 |
6,826 |
16,310 |
|
1,750,000 |
8,045 |
19,206 |
|
2,000,000 |
9,263 |
22,102 |
As distasteful as paying property taxes might seem, don’t forget: It’s better to pay your own than your landlord’s. Just one of the many benefits of homeownership!
How Do You Pay Property Taxes in Detroit Lakes, MN?
In Becker County, property tax rates are calculated by the County Auditor-Treasurer. The same public official bills for and collects all property taxes.
The County Auditor-Treasurer doesn’t keep their rates a secret. If you would like to search for and view parcel information – including taxes – then you may do so on the county’s own specialized search engine.
The deadline to pay property taxes depends on a few factors, including the type of property being taxed. You can view Becker County’s schedule of property taxes payable here.
Mercifully, Becker County has made paying property taxes easy. Once you have determined how much you owe in taxes, you may pay them online using a debit card, credit card, or electronic check. Make certain to get the following information correct when you pay:
- Your five-digit bill number
- Your nine-digit parcel/property ID number (without decimal points)
- Becker County jurisdiction code (3308)
The following resources may prove useful as you navigate real estate taxes in Detroit Lakes:
- Parcel combination request
- ACH direct payment form
- 2024 rate list totals
- 2024 special assessment
- Property tax FAQ
Would you like hands-on assistance understanding how real estate taxes work in Detroit Lakes before shopping for a home here? Then we encourage you to contact Action Realty of Detroit Lakes to speak with one of our expert agents!