Steele County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 569.
The median annual property tax in Steele County is $1,146, which is 22% lower than the North Dakota state average and 40% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $120,400. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,146
-22% vs State
-40% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,400
-29% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
+7% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,293
$108/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,033
$86/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 | $1,146 -1.1% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $1,159 +6.0% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $1,093 +11.2% | 1.15% |
| 2020 | $983 +6.2% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $926 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,313
per year
Monthly Tax
$96
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
Nelson County
Tax: $919/yr Rate: 0.80%
Williams County
Tax: $1,913/yr Rate: 0.71%
Sioux County
Tax: $410/yr Rate: 0.47%
Billings County
Tax: $1,189/yr Rate: 0.37%
McIntosh County
Tax: $867/yr Rate: 1.08%
Kidder County
Tax: $910/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Steele County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Steele County is $1,146 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $120,400.
How does Steele County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Steele County are 40% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Steele County? ▼
In Steele County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,293 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,033. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Steele County? ▼
Property taxes in Steele County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $80,313. 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.