57247 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 57247 (Lake City, South Dakota) pay a median of $1,408/year in property taxes on homes valued at $236,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.60%, which is 46% below the South Dakota state average of 1.10%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 57247 is approximately $117, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Marshall County. This is $353 less than the South Dakota average of $1,761/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Dakota, 57247 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 57435 (0.60%) and 57474 (0.61%).

In Lake City, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $66,042, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Dakota reassesses property at market value upon purchase without annual caps on increases, so your assessment will jump to reflect current fair market value at closing. Marshall County provides a Homestead Exemption ($30,000 reduction in assessed value for primary residences) — apply with the Marshall County Assessor by March 31 to receive it. Submit your exemption application to the Marshall County Assessor within 30 days of closing to lock in this tax savings.