55704 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 55704 (Askov, Minnesota) pay a median of $2,068/year in property taxes on homes valued at $212,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.97%, which is near the Minnesota state average of 0.96%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 55704 is approximately $172, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Pine County. This is $238 less than the Minnesota average of $2,306/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Minnesota, 55704 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 55726 (0.97%) and 55317 (0.97%).

In Askov, property taxes represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $61,875, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Minnesota's homestead classification reduces your taxable market value and applies a lower tax class rate to primary residences — register with the Pine County Assessor upon purchase to lock in this benefit. The Homestead Credit, an income-based refund available to qualifying homeowners, is claimed on your Minnesota state income tax return and may offset a significant portion of your annual tax. File your homestead designation with the Pine County Assessor's office immediately after closing.