North Dakota property tax
Midwest region · 53 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
North Dakota has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 1.01% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — -6.6% versus the US average of 1.08%, above the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $2,466 on a median home worth around $243,870. North Dakota ranks #22 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Foster County is highest at 1.28% and Billings County is lowest at 0.37%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
North Dakota property tax at a glance
| Figure | North Dakota |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 1.01% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 0.93% |
| Typical median bill | $2,466 |
| Typical median home value | $243,870 |
| Versus US average rate | -6.6% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #22 |
| Counties | 53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
North Dakota counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in North Dakota, highest effective rate first (top 40 of 53 shown). Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foster County | $2,092 | $162,800 | 1.28% |
| 2 | Cavalier County | $1,524 | $122,300 | 1.25% |
| 3 | Cass County | $3,449 | $284,700 | 1.21% |
| 4 | Sargent County | $1,708 | $149,600 | 1.14% |
| 5 | Richland County | $2,015 | $177,600 | 1.14% |
| 6 | Grand Forks County | $2,754 | $244,200 | 1.13% |
| 7 | Hettinger County | $1,251 | $110,900 | 1.13% |
| 8 | Walsh County | $1,389 | $125,700 | 1.10% |
| 9 | Barnes County | $1,842 | $168,100 | 1.10% |
| 10 | Stutsman County | $2,193 | $200,300 | 1.09% |
| 11 | McIntosh County | $867 | $80,300 | 1.08% |
| 12 | Ward County | $2,785 | $259,100 | 1.07% |
| 13 | Mercer County | $2,101 | $196,200 | 1.07% |
| 14 | Ransom County | $1,838 | $174,800 | 1.05% |
| 15 | Traill County | $2,018 | $193,200 | 1.04% |
| 16 | Wells County | $1,107 | $106,400 | 1.04% |
| 17 | Pierce County | $1,477 | $143,400 | 1.03% |
| 18 | Morton County | $2,562 | $249,600 | 1.03% |
| 19 | Adams County | $1,106 | $108,300 | 1.02% |
| 20 | Pembina County | $1,165 | $116,600 | 1.00% |
| 21 | Grant County | $841 | $85,800 | 0.98% |
| 22 | Rolette County | $907 | $93,000 | 0.97% |
| 23 | LaMoure County | $1,142 | $118,000 | 0.97% |
| 24 | Steele County | $1,146 | $120,400 | 0.95% |
| 25 | Ramsey County | $1,847 | $197,400 | 0.94% |
| 26 | Logan County | $949 | $101,800 | 0.93% |
| 27 | Golden Valley County | $1,109 | $119,200 | 0.93% |
| 28 | Stark County | $2,398 | $260,400 | 0.92% |
| 29 | Dickey County | $1,538 | $167,100 | 0.92% |
| 30 | Griggs County | $1,162 | $128,200 | 0.91% |
| 31 | Emmons County | $1,011 | $112,400 | 0.90% |
| 32 | Eddy County | $1,027 | $115,500 | 0.89% |
| 33 | Burleigh County | $2,764 | $314,700 | 0.88% |
| 34 | Towner County | $1,078 | $122,800 | 0.88% |
| 35 | Benson County | $724 | $83,100 | 0.87% |
| 36 | Nelson County | $919 | $114,500 | 0.80% |
| 37 | Bowman County | $1,330 | $176,400 | 0.75% |
| 38 | McLean County | $1,748 | $233,100 | 0.75% |
| 39 | Williams County | $1,913 | $267,800 | 0.71% |
| 40 | Bottineau County | $1,335 | $190,900 | 0.70% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How North Dakota compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota (this state) | 1.01% | $2,466 | -6.6% |
| Maryland | 1.04% | $4,155 | -4.0% |
| Minnesota | 1.05% | $3,274 | -2.7% |
| Missouri | 0.92% | $2,044 | -14.8% |
| Alaska | 1.10% | $3,717 | +1.7% |
| Massachusetts | 1.11% | $5,837 | +2.7% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in North Dakota?
North Dakota's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 1.01% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), -6.6% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $2,466 on a $243,870 home. It ranks #22 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which North Dakota county has the highest property tax?
In North Dakota, Foster County has the highest effective property-tax rate at 1.28% (median tax $2,092). The lowest is Billings County at 0.37%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in North Dakota?
North Dakota is above average on property tax at a 1.01% effective rate, above the US average effective rate. The median North Dakota home is worth about $243,870 and the median bill is around $2,466. Rates vary widely between its 53 counties.
How is the North Dakota property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (0.93%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20