Mortgage vs free-and-clear medians
- With mortgage
- $2,761/yr
- Without mortgage
- $2,069/yr
- Gap
- $692
Statewide · Property tax · ACS 2024
North Dakota Property Taxes
The average North Dakota homeowner pays $2,468 a year at an effective rate of 0.99%. That bill is 24% above the U.S. median bill. Compare 53 counties below.
- $2,468
- Avg median tax
- 0.99%
- Effective rate
- #21 of 51
- U.S. rank (burden)
- 53
- Counties
North Dakota homeowners pay a median of $2,468 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 0.99%, the 21st-highest burden of 51 U.S. jurisdictions (50 states and DC).
According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2024), the median North Dakota homeowner pays $2,468 a year on a home worth $249,900, an effective rate of 0.99%. The bill runs 24% above the $1,993 national median. County medians range $387 (Slope County) to $3,564 (Cass County) across 53 counties.
What the statewide average misses
County medians in North Dakota run from $387 in Slope County to $3,564 (Cass County). That range is why a statewide figure is a starting point, not a parcel-level estimate.
- $387–$3,564 (Cass County)
- County median-bill range
- 1.00%
- Home-weighted county rate
- 67%
- Homes in the eight largest counties
County medians come from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2024. The statewide effective rate in the hero is median tax divided by median home value.
How small is North Dakota's share of U.S. property-tax collections?
In Census FY2024, North Dakota's state and local governments collected $1.3B in property tax, only 0.18% of the national haul (#50 of 51). Spread across 208,084 owner-occupied homes, that haul is about $6,420 per home - 2.6× the ACS median homeowner bill of $2,468. The gap is expected: LF0009 covers all taxable property (including commercial and other non-household parcels), while the ACS median is a household figure.
FY2024 collections: $1.3B · rank #50 · 0.18% of the U.S. state-and-local property-tax haul.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of State and Local Government Finances, FY2024, series LF0009 (property tax), government level State and Local (GOVTYPE 001). Amounts are published in thousands of dollars. This is a government-revenue series, not tax, legal, or financial advice, and not a substitute for the ACS homeowner median bill above.
ACS tenure & reporting signals · 2024
Mortgage tenure and zero-tax reporting in North Dakota
These sub-topics sit on dedicated research and guide pages fleet-wide; here they are computed for North Dakota from the same ACS tables that power county medians above.
Owners reporting no tax
- All owner-occupied
- 8.7%
- With mortgage
- 2.7%
- Sample (owned homes)
- 99,359
ACS reports what households paid, not approved exemptions. Exemption guide
County effective-rate spread
Published medians span 0.23% in Slope County to 1.34% in Cavalier County - a 1.11 percentage-point gap across 53 counties.
Appeal guide for when a parcel sits above its county median.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024), Table B25087 (mortgage status medians) and county tax_distribution aggregates (zero-tax reporting shares). Informational only, not tax or legal advice.
The average median property tax in North Dakota is $2,468/year, which is 24% above the national average of $1,993. The average effective tax rate is 0.99% on a median home value of $249,900. Taxes range from $387 in Slope County to $3,564 (Cass County).
Read the state signal first
What the data changes in North Dakota
A rate compares places with different home values. The annual bill shows a typical dollar amount. County spread shows why neither is a parcel estimate.
The clearest local difference
County bills span a wide range
Across 53 measured counties, the published median runs from $387 in Slope County to $3,564 (Cass County). Local school levies, county bonds, municipal overlays, and assessment practice create this within-state spread.
This page is for informational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Figures describe median homeowner households reported to the Census Bureau. Individual bills can differ with assessed value, exemptions, special districts, and local overlays. Confirm current rates with your county assessor or a qualified professional before making a decision.
State Average vs National Average
Median Annual Tax
$2,468
+24% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$249,900
+10% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
0.99%
+8% vs US avg
Rate-band peers near North Dakota
Nearest ACS 2024 jurisdictions by effective rate (not geography). Each row names another state so North Dakota's 0.99% rate is read against real neighbors such as Maryland and Maine.
| Peer state | Effective rate | Vs North Dakota | Median bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Also open Maryland for county spread | 0.97% | Maryland nearly matches North Dakota | $4,093 |
| Maine Also open Maine for county spread | 1.02% | Maine nearly matches North Dakota | $3,036 |
| Minnesota Also open Minnesota for county spread | 1.02% | Minnesota nearly matches North Dakota | $3,357 |
| South Dakota Also open South Dakota for county spread | 1.06% | South Dakota runs 0.07 pts above North Dakota | $2,724 |
| Massachusetts Also open Massachusetts for county spread | 1.07% | Massachusetts runs 0.08 pts above North Dakota | $5,992 |
| Alaska Also open Alaska for county spread | 1.11% | Alaska runs 0.12 pts above North Dakota | $3,901 |
Nationwide states with similar effective rate & median bill
Two PlainPropertyTax-derived comparison paths for North Dakota, excluding North Dakota itself so the link neighborhoods are not self-referential. Median-bill peers exclude the effective-rate peer set so the two axes stay disjoint.
Similar effective rate
Nearest other states by ACS effective rate. North Dakota: 0.99%.
Similar median bill
Nearest other states by ACS median annual tax. North Dakota: $2,468/yr. Rate peers are excluded so the two link sets stay distinct.
Where North Dakota sits among U.S. jurisdictions
Effective property tax rate (median tax ÷ median home value) across the 50 states and DC, ACS 2024.
Where North Dakota sits among U.S. jurisdictions
Effective rate · ACS 2024 · 50 states and DC
0.99% more affordable than 39% of 51 U.S. jurisdictions
Show national distribution
Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more U.S. jurisdictions. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2024
North Dakota has a higher effective property tax rate than 60% of U.S. jurisdictions (the 50 states and DC), ranking #21 of 51 for property tax burden. Rate neighbors: Maryland (0.97%, nearly level); Maine (1.02%, nearly level); Minnesota (1.02%, nearly level).
What North Dakota's biggest counties actually charge
Effective rate in the eight North Dakota counties holding the most owner-occupied homes, ordered largest first (highlighted) and together holding 67% of the state's. ACS 2024.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2024). Counties ordered by owner-occupied housing units (B25003_002E), not by resident population.
North Dakota's median county rate is 0.99%, but that figure counts every county equally. Weight each county by how many owner-occupied homes it actually holds and the rate a typical North Dakota homeowner faces is 1.00%, close to the plain median, so North Dakota's larger counties are not unusual for the state.
Top 5 Lowest Tax Counties
Top 5 Highest Tax Counties
Tax Affordability Score
6.5
Affordable
Based on the average effective tax rate of 0.99% compared to the national average of 0.92%. North Dakota has below-average property tax rates, making it a more affordable state for homeowners.
Very Expensive Very Affordable
How this score is calculated: a 1-10 scale from North Dakota's 0.99% vs the national 0.92% - read beside Maryland and Maine before treating the score as band-typical. A ratio at or below 0.5× scores 10, at or above 2.0× scores 1, linear between. Census figures only, not a recommendation or endorsement.
Counties in North Dakota by tax bill
Ranked from highest median annual bill downward across 53 measured counties. Gold/silver/bronze mark the top three list positions; effective rate is the focal comparison when home values differ.
| # | County | Median tax | Eff. rate | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cass County | $3,564 | 1.20% | $298,000 |
| 2 | Grand Forks County | $2,900 | 1.15% | $252,700 |
| 3 | Burleigh County | $2,863 | 0.88% | $324,000 |
| 4 | Ward County | $2,859 | 1.07% | $267,100 |
| 5 | Morton County | $2,686 | 1.02% | $263,900 |
| 6 | Stark County | $2,411 | 0.89% | $271,700 |
| 7 | Stutsman County | $2,289 | 1.10% | $208,400 |
| 8 | Mercer County | $2,184 | 1.10% | $198,500 |
| 9 | Traill County | $2,075 | 1.03% | $200,700 |
| 10 | Richland County | $2,066 | 1.13% | $183,600 |
| 11 | Foster County | $1,991 | 1.19% | $167,500 |
| 12 | Ramsey County | $1,976 | 0.99% | $199,300 |
| 13 | Ransom County | $1,959 | 1.02% | $193,000 |
| 14 | Williams County | $1,939 | 0.68% | $284,800 |
| 15 | Sargent County | $1,828 | 1.12% | $163,200 |
| 16 | Barnes County | $1,796 | 1.03% | $173,700 |
| 17 | McLean County | $1,724 | 0.76% | $227,100 |
| 18 | Cavalier County | $1,686 | 1.34% | $125,800 |
| 19 | Dunn County | $1,665 | 0.61% | $275,000 |
| 20 | Pierce County | $1,604 | 1.09% | $147,300 |
| 21 | McKenzie County | $1,491 | 0.43% | $349,600 |
| 22 | Dickey County | $1,488 | 0.92% | $162,400 |
| 23 | Walsh County | $1,421 | 1.07% | $132,700 |
| 24 | Bottineau County | $1,393 | 0.72% | $193,200 |
| 25 | Oliver County | $1,343 | 0.62% | $215,700 |
| 26 | Steele County | $1,322 | 1.01% | $130,700 |
| 27 | Hettinger County | $1,308 | 1.12% | $117,300 |
| 28 | Eddy County | $1,237 | 1.00% | $124,000 |
| 29 | Billings County | $1,211 | 0.37% | $331,000 |
| 30 | Mountrail County | $1,209 | 0.52% | $232,700 |
| 31 | Pembina County | $1,205 | 1.01% | $119,200 |
| 32 | Bowman County | $1,199 | 0.73% | $164,900 |
| 33 | LaMoure County | $1,187 | 1.01% | $117,200 |
| 34 | Towner County | $1,182 | 0.88% | $134,800 |
| 35 | Adams County | $1,130 | 1.00% | $113,200 |
| 36 | Renville County | $1,128 | 0.68% | $166,000 |
| 37 | Wells County | $1,119 | 0.98% | $114,500 |
| 38 | Golden Valley County | $1,104 | 0.89% | $123,900 |
| 39 | Griggs County | $1,084 | 0.91% | $119,300 |
| 40 | Emmons County | $1,063 | 0.91% | $117,200 |
| 41 | Nelson County | $1,044 | 0.75% | $139,700 |
| 42 | Logan County | $1,018 | 1.00% | $102,000 |
| 43 | Divide County | $1,006 | 0.60% | $167,600 |
| 44 | McHenry County | $994 | 0.66% | $151,000 |
| 45 | Rolette County | $977 | 0.94% | $103,800 |
| 46 | McIntosh County | $913 | 1.08% | $84,200 |
| 47 | Kidder County | $903 | 0.58% | $156,600 |
| 48 | Burke County | $846 | 0.54% | $158,100 |
| 49 | Grant County | $845 | 0.91% | $93,200 |
| 50 | Benson County | $817 | 0.91% | $90,000 |
| 51 | Sheridan County | $774 | 0.70% | $110,300 |
| 52 | Sioux County | $420 | 0.49% | $85,400 |
| 53 | Slope County | $387 | 0.23% | $170,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which county in North Dakota has the lowest property taxes? ▼
Slope County has the lowest median property tax in North Dakota at $387 per year with an effective rate of 0.23%. The highest is Cass County at $3,564.
How does North Dakota compare to the national average? ▼
North Dakota property taxes are 24% above the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $2,468 per year compared to $1,993 nationally.
What is the average property tax in North Dakota? ▼
The average median property tax paid in North Dakota is $2,468 per year, based on ACS 2024 data. The average effective tax rate is 0.99%.
How small is North Dakota's share of U.S. property-tax collections? ▼
In Census FY2024, North Dakota's state and local governments collected $1.3B in property tax, only 0.18% of the national haul (#50 of 51). Spread across 208,084 owner-occupied homes, that haul is about $6,420 per home - 2.6× the ACS median homeowner bill of $2,468. The gap is expected: LF0009 covers all taxable property (including commercial and other non-household parcels), while the ACS median is a household figure.
Do homeowners with a mortgage pay more property tax in North Dakota? ▼
ACS 2024 medians show mortgaged owners pay $2,761/yr versus $2,069 for owners without a mortgage, a $692 gap. Our mortgage-gap research page ranks this spread against all states.
What share of North Dakota owners report paying no property tax? ▼
8.7% of owner-occupied homes in North Dakota report zero property tax on the ACS survey (2.7% among mortgaged owners). That is a reporting signal, exemptions, caps, or non-levying jurisdictions, not an exemption headcount.
What is the median home value in North Dakota? ▼
The median home value across North Dakota is $249,900, compared to $227,791 nationally. Home values directly impact property tax bills since taxes are assessed as a percentage of property value.
How are property taxes calculated? ▼
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.
Can I appeal my property taxes in North Dakota? ▼
Yes. Every North Dakota homeowner has the right to appeal their property tax assessment. The process typically starts at your county assessor's office within 30-90 days of receiving your assessment notice. You can challenge the assessed value by providing comparable sales data, evidence of property condition, or errors in the assessment. See our guide on how to appeal property taxes for detailed steps.
What to do with North Dakota's numbers
Turn the ACS 2024 statewide medians into a county check, an estimate, or an appeal path.
- North Dakota's ACS 2024 median bill is $2,468/yr at 0.99% (24% above the U.S. median). Open any county below to see how far local bills sit from that statewide figure. County list
- Inside North Dakota, Slope County posts the lowest median bill at $387/yr; Cass County is highest at $3,564/yr. Open Slope County
- Estimate a parcel bill at North Dakota's published effective rate, or read the state's assessment and appeal path before treating the statewide median as your budget. State estimator
Statewide medians average across 53 counties; your parcel's assessed value, exemptions, and local levies set the real bill. U.S. Census Bureau ACS · 2024.
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