2026 rates for 50 counties
The median effective property tax rate in North Dakota is 0.99% of a home's value, so a $300,000 home pays about $2,979 a year — below the national median of 1.07%. Most homeowners pay between 0.94% and 1.03%, from 0.43% in Wells County to 1.73% in Walsh County. Use the calculator below or browse by county to find your exact rate.
North Dakota has moderate property tax rates and a unique system where agricultural land is taxed separately from residential. The state offers a primary residence credit that reduces the taxable value of owner-occupied homes. Oil-producing counties have benefited from energy revenues that reduce the pressure on residential property taxes.
Calculate your estimated property tax in North Dakota
Annual Property Tax
$1,489
Monthly Property Tax
$124
* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.
Property tax rates in North Dakota
0.935%
25% of properties pay this rate or less
0.993%
50% of properties pay this rate or less
1.025%
25% of properties pay more than this rate
These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.
The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.090%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.
State averages sourced from Tax Foundation 2024 data. National median: 1.07%.
Based on the median rate of 0.993%. Actual taxes depend on assessed value and local exemptions.
| Home Value | Annual Tax | Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $1,489 | $124/mo |
| $250,000 | $2,482 | $207/mo |
| $350,000 | $3,475 | $290/mo |
| $500,000 | $4,965 | $414/mo |
| $750,000 | $7,447 | $621/mo |
| $1,000,000 | $9,929 | $827/mo |
The median effective property tax rate in North Dakota is 0.99% of a home's value. On a $300,000 home that is about $2,979 a year, or $248 a month if it is paid through mortgage escrow. Your actual bill depends on your county and city rates and on any exemptions, such as a homestead exemption, that lower your taxable value.
Payment Schedule
Semi-annual
Due Date(s)
March 1 and October 15
Always verify exact deadlines with your local county assessor or tax collector, as dates can vary by municipality.
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