56676 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 56676 (Shevlin, Minnesota) pay a median of $1,289/year in property taxes on homes valued at $190,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.68%, which is 29% below the Minnesota state average of 0.96%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 56676 is approximately $107, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Clearwater County. This is $1,017 less than the Minnesota average of $2,306/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Minnesota, 56676 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 56668 (0.67%) and 55990 (0.68%).

In Shevlin, property taxes represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $67,679, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Minnesota primary residences automatically qualify for homestead classification, reducing the tax rate applied to owner-occupied homes versus rental or commercial property. Contact the Clearwater County Assessor within 60 days of purchase to confirm homestead classification is active on your property. File a property tax appeal with the Clearwater County Assessor by the county deadline if your assessed value appears inconsistent with fair market value.