Property tax is a tax on land and property. It is based on the assessed value of a property. If you own a property, you will have to pay property tax. It is used to pay for city services such as police, the fire department, and public works as well as elementary and secondary education.
Calculated at:
- Residential: Assessment x 45% (portion taxable) x mill rate per $1,000
- Commercial: Assessment x 65% (portion taxable) x mill rate per $1,000
- Agricultural: Assessment x 26% (portion taxable) x mill rate per $1,000