Departments

Yankton County Equalization Department

The Equalization's Office is located on the second floor of the Yankton County Government Center Building in the NE Corner.

Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday (including the noon hour)
9:00am to 5:00 pm

Phone: (605) 260-4400 Opt. 3

Address:
321 W 3rd St. Suite 203
Yankton, SD 57078

The Yankton County Director of Equalization is appointed by the Yankton Board of Commissioners.

The function of the Director of Equalization Office is to annually value all real property in Yankton County at its full and true value.

The Director of Equalization and his/her staff are responsible for:

  • Discovering, listing and valuing all real property within Yankton County
  • Responsible for linking real properties to their respective owners and placing assessed
    values and owners' names on the assessment roll. Types of properties included in the assessment process are: residential, commercial and agricultural classes of property.
  • Responsible for determining the taxable value of over 14,800 parcels. The tax base in Yankton County is approximately 2 billion dollars.

The Director of Equalization has a number of additional responsibilities which include:

  • Providing equalization between classes of property
  • Deciding on adjustments to properties
  • Reviewing all abatements
  • Administering all state laws pertaining to the ad valorem property tax assessment
  • Providing for the review and appeal of assessments
  • Testifying in court on assessments
  • Deciding on tax exemptions and tracking each exemption

The Director of Equalization and his/her staff must be certified by the South Dakota Department of Revenue in order to assess real property for tax purposes. After initial certification, appraisers must be re-certified every five years. Requirements for re-certification include: attending and passing the annual Department of Revenue sponsored school, USPAP, attending workshops, and attending the South Dakota Association of Assessing Officers Conferences.

Staff

Michelle Goeken

Acting Director of Equalization Send an Email

Janelle

Administrative Assistant

Andrea

Appraiser

Greg

Appraiser

Zach

Appraiser

FAQ

  • Is my property information available online?

    Yes. To access Beacon, click here

  • If I split a property, when will I be assessed and when will I pay taxes on the two pieces separately?

    If you split a property, for example parcel A, before November 1, 2022, into parcel B and C, your assessment value would be only for parcel A and would be payable in 2023. Your 2023 assessment would be split between parcel B and C for taxes payable in 2024.

  • If my new home is not complete by November 1, 2022 when will it be assessed?

    If your home is 60% complete on November 1, 2022, you will be assessed at 60% of its completed value for your 2023 assessment payable in 2024. If the home is then completed by November 1, 2023 you will be assessed at full and true market value for the 2024 assessment for taxes payable in 2025.

  • If I build a house that is completed on or before November 1, 2022, when do I pay taxes?

    If your home is complete before November 1, 2022, we will be out to view the home in 2022. The value we arrive at will be on your 2023 assessment notice which you will receive around March 1, 2023. Then in 2024, you will receive a tax notice from the Treasurer for your 2023 assessment.

Announcements

Yankton County
Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Yankton County Commission is accepting applications for two positions on the Yankton County Planning Commission. The Planning Commission meets the second Tuesday of the month to review applications in accordance with the Yankton County Zoning Ordinance and provide recommendations/findings to the Yankton County Commission/Board of Adjustment. There may be other special meetings as assigned. These will be three year terms April 2026.

Yankton County
Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Those who want to be considered for an appointment are asked to submit a written statement describing their background to email address: gary@co.yankton.sd.us or Yankton County Planning & Zoning, 321 West 3rd Street #209, Yankton, S.D. 57078. All applications will be submitted to the Yankton County Commissioners for review and selection on April 4, 2023.
All applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., Monday, March 27, 2023.

Yankton County Treasurer's Office
Thursday, March 2, 2023

Reminder:
The Elderly & Disabled Tax Assessment Freeze Application is due by April 1st, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact our office for more information.

Yankton County Treasurer's Office
Thursday, March 2, 2023

Reminder:
Yankton County residents that have last names starting with F, G and J have until March 31, 2023 to renew vehicle registration.

Yankton County Highway Department
Sunday, November 20, 2022

The Yankton County Highway Department will begin their winter hours on Monday, November 21, 2022 and will run until further notice.

Winter hours are Monday through Friday 6:45am-3:00pm.

Main Phone:
605.260.4400

Address:
321 West 3rd Street, Suite 100 Yankton, SD 57078

Office Hours:
9:00am - 5:00pm CST, Monday-Friday
Closed on Holidays, Saturdays, & Sunday

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