# St. Louis County Approves Property Tax Levy Increase

The St. Louis County Board has approved a 6.25% increase in the maximum property tax levy for 2027, raising the cap to $12.67 million to address rising operating costs and budget pressures. This levy increase is balanced by an estimated 7% growth in the property tax base, including $337 million in new construction. The final 2027 budget and levy amount will be finalized in a vote scheduled for December 15, 2026, with the levy not permitted to exceed the approved maximum.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate potential budget adjustments impacting county contracts and service procurements due to increased revenue from the levy.
- The levy increase signals available funding to support county operations, which may translate into expanded or sustained procurement opportunities in areas such as public safety, emergency services, and county infrastructure.
- Contractors and vendors should consider the timing of the December 15 budget vote when planning proposals or contract renewals with St. Louis County.
- Organizations serving St. Louis County may find increased demand for services aligned with the county's operational priorities, influenced by the new levy funding.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Government Entities
- St. Louis County Board
- St. Louis County Sheriff's Office
- Minnesota Counties

### Sources
- [County Board approves 6.25% levy increase | Local | mesabitribune.com](https://www.mesabitribune.com/news/local/county-board-approves-6-25-levy-increase/article_dc7e4d8a-fc11-45f4-87a5-7af10c4c0eb1.html) - Mesabi Tribune