57368 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 57368 (Plankinton, South Dakota) pay a median of $1,608/year in property taxes on homes valued at $143,300. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.12%, which is near the South Dakota state average of 1.10%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 57368 is approximately $134, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Aurora County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in South Dakota, 57368 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 57760 (1.12%) and 57054 (1.12%).

In Plankinton, property taxes represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $76,645, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

South Dakota does not reassess property at sale; your property maintains its prior assessed value unless improvements are made or the county conducts a scheduled reassessment. Aurora County offers a Homestead Exemption for primary residences — apply with the Aurora County Assessor's office to claim the exemption. Obtain your assessment notice from the Aurora County Assessor and verify the appeal deadline, typically 30 days from notice.