Mercer County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 2,894.
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $2,101, which is 44% higher than the North Dakota state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $196,200. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,101
+44% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$196,200
+16% vs State
-7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
+20% vs State
+13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,274
$190/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,944
$162/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,101 +2.1% | 1.07% |
| 2022 | $2,058 +18.0% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $1,744 +4.9% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $1,662 +6.3% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $1,564 | 0.88% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,405
per year
Monthly Tax
$175
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
Ward County
Tax: $2,785/yr Rate: 1.07%
Richland County
Tax: $2,015/yr Rate: 1.13%
Sheridan County
Tax: $753/yr Rate: 0.70%
Golden Valley County
Tax: $1,109/yr Rate: 0.93%
Burleigh County
Tax: $2,764/yr Rate: 0.88%
Stutsman County
Tax: $2,193/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mercer County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $2,101 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $196,200.
How does Mercer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
In Mercer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,274 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,944. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mercer County? ▼
Property taxes in Mercer County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $79,405. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.