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1. Are mobile homes taxed?

Manufactured homes and park trailers are exempt from motor vehicle taxation and are subject to property taxation as either real or personal property.

For more information visit the Mobile Home Tax page.

2. Can I make a partial payment on my delinquent taxes?

The Itasca County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office accepts payments of less than the exact amount of a tax installment due for the delinquent tax. The payment is applied first to the penalty, interest and costs accrued for the year that the payment is made.

For more information, please visit the Property Taxes page.

3. Can the amount of my property tax due on my tax statement be different than the amount on my proposed tax notice?

Yes, for reasons including:
- The proposed tax notice does not include special assessments
- Referendums passed could result in increasing the tax amounts.
- Property owners who occupy their property by December 1st can file for homestead classification for the following year.

For more information, visit the Property Tax Statement page.

4. How do I change the mailing address on my tax statement?

To change your mailing address you can:
- Write your new address on the reverse side of your tax stub and turn it in when you pay your current tax.
- Contact the Auditor’s Office at 218-327-2860 with your new address.
- Send a note to the Auditor’s Office with your new address.

You can find more information regarding tax statements on the Property Tax Statement page.

5. What if I become delinquent on my property taxes?

Property taxes become delinquent in the year following the payable year. Interest and penalty accrue on a monthly basis. The property is put into judgement and the forfeiture process begins.

You can find out how to pay delinquent taxes by visiting the Delinquent Taxes page.

6. What is a Special Assessment?

A special assessment is an improvement (such as streets, etc.) which directly benefits the property. It is shown as the separate amount on the property tax statement.

The amount is based on how much the property benefits from the improvement and the cost of doing the project. It is not based on the value of the property.

For more information on property taxes, visit the Property Tax Statement page.

7. What is a Truth–In–Taxation (TNT) notice?

This notice indicates the anticipated property tax you will pay the following year contingent upon budget approvals.

For more information, please visit the Truth-In-Taxation Notice page.

8. What is my Parcel ID Number?

The Parcel ID Number or Pin, is the number assigned to your property to identify it for taxation purposes.

For more information on this and property taxes, please visit the Property Taxes page.

9. What are the methods of payment for property taxes?

The Auditor/Treasurer's Office offers the following ways to make payments:
- By mail
- Credit card, e-check, debit card
- Direct deposit
- In person

For detailed information on these methods of payment, visit the Pay Your Property Taxes page.

10. When are my property tax payments due?

Property taxes are due at various times throughout the year depending on the type of tax and amount.

For specific due dates, please visit the Payment Due Dates page.

11. When will I receive my tax statement?

Tax statements for the current payable year will be available and mailed to taxpayers no later than March 31th, with the exception of manufactured homes which are mailed by July 15th.

You can find additional information regarding your tax statement on the Property Tax Statement page.

12. Where can I find population figures?

Population figures are available through the State of Minnesota page.

13. Where can I get a sales tax ID number?

You can find your sales tax ID number by calling the Minnesota Department of Revenue at 651-296-6181 or by visiting their website.

14. Where do my property tax dollars go?

Property tax dollars are distributed to the county, school district, municipality, and other special taxing districts in which your property is located.

For more information on property taxes, please visit the Property Taxes page.