Property Taxes

Visa Card and Master Card will be accepted at the counter for property tax payments. Visa Card and Master Card will be accepted at the counter for motor vehicle transactions.

No credit card transactions will be taken over the phone.


Mail Payment

All mail payments must be post marked by April 30th for first half and October 31st for second half to avoid interest.

Forms & Applications

Assessment freeze applications for the elderly and disabled need to be filed with the Treasurer's Office on an annual basis on or before April 1st. You must be 65 or older, or disabled on January 1st and meet the income guidelines to qualify. Household income includes all sources, including Veterans Assistance Benefits, Social Security, Medicare and Disability payments. Please contact the Treasurer's Office at 605-353-8405 for more information on the income guidelines or to obtain a form.

The forms are also available to download through the South Dakota State website.

Sales & Property Tax Refund for Senior & Disabled Citizens

This program offers eligible senior citizens and disabled individuals receive a yearly refund of sales or property taxes. Returns are calculated based on your income; the Special Tax Division begins issuing refund checks at the beginning of September. Applications are accepted from May 1 to July 1.

To apply and see eligibility requirements, click here: DOR Quick Link