July 1, 2025

Breakdown of Taxes 2018

The Taxable Value of Fall River County increased about 19 million this year.  The commercial reassessment accounted for 7 million of that increase.  The other increases included 10 million in residential, 9 million in agricultural land, and 2 million in agricultural homes.  There was a loss of 9 million in the value of utilities.  The following table shows the taxable value of the county by property type for the last 5 years.

 

The following table shows taxes collect each year.  Taxes to be collected in 2018 increased about $50,000 from last year but decreased about $22,000 from 2016.  Taxes collected by the county have been about $10 million since 2015.

 

The following charts show the data from the tables above.


The value of the county has been increasing for the last five years, with the budget remaining the same most areas have seen reductions in their mill levies. The following chart shows the mill levies by property type for 5 example tax districts in Fall River County. The mill levy reductions from 2014 to 2018 are evident.

 

The following pie chart shows what entities receive the taxes collected county wide.


Full Report: Tax Breakdown Report 2018

Veteran’s Service Officer – Return to Old Location

Due to public demand the Veteran’s Service Office has moved back to his old location on the ground floor of the Fall River County Courthouse (906 N River St). A reminder that it is always best to call ahead for an appointment as the VSO must be away from the office to perform some duties. (745-5146)

Tax Notices 2018

Landowners in Fall River County should be receiving their tax notices in the mail this week (Jan 14th).   Taxes are due in two payments.  The first half is due by April 30th, the second half by October 31st.

If you do not receive your tax notice please contact the Treasurer’s Office at 605-745-5145.

Employment Opportunity: Jail Officer

Jailer/Correctional Officer: The Fall River County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for correctional officers. Ideal applicants are those with good moral character, in good physical condition and who are interested in serving their community as a member of the Fall River County Sheriff’s Office Team.  Correctional officers, upon hire, undergo on-going training courses along with on-the-job training to prepare them to supervise inmates.

Starting wage: $12.50/hour. Shifts are day, evening and overnight, and include weekends and holidays. Benefits include paid health, vision and dental insurance; vacation, sick and personal leave and South Dakota State Retirement.  Applicant must be at least 18 year of age with high school diploma or GED.  Must have a valid SD drivers license and have no felony convictions. Applicants must pass a complete background investigation, interview process, and a drug screening test.  No experience required. Females encouraged to apply.  Submit Law Enforcement Applications to the Sheriff’s Office, 906 N. River St., Hot Springs, SD. Open until filled. [Full Position Description]

 

See employment page for law enforcement application.

 

 

Director of Equalization & GIS – New Location

The Director of Equalization’s Office (assessors) and the GIS Office have moved to their new location at 1029 N River St. This new location is located directly across the street from the courthouse in the former SD Extension and Weed & Pest Office building.  There will be an open house for the public on Friday, January 19th from 2 -5 pm.  

 

 

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