10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in North Dakota
If you are comparing property taxes across North Dakota, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Foster County, comes in at 1.29% — 0.29% higher than the North Dakota average (0.99%). The statewide effective rate is 0.99%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foster County | 1.29% | $2,092 | $162,800 |
| 2 | Cavalier County | 1.25% | $1,524 | $122,300 |
| 3 | Cass County | 1.21% | $3,449 | $284,700 |
| 4 | Sargent County | 1.14% | $1,708 | $149,600 |
| 5 | Richland County | 1.13% | $2,015 | $177,600 |
| 6 | Hettinger County | 1.13% | $1,251 | $110,900 |
| 7 | Grand Forks County | 1.13% | $2,754 | $244,200 |
| 8 | Walsh County | 1.11% | $1,389 | $125,700 |
| 9 | Barnes County | 1.10% | $1,842 | $168,100 |
| 10 | Stutsman County | 1.09% | $2,193 | $200,300 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in North Dakota often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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