Foster County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 1,173.
The median annual property tax in Foster County is $2,092, which is 43% higher than the North Dakota state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $162,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,092
+43% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$162,800
-3% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+45% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,987
$166/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,188
$182/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 | $2,092 +7.3% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $1,949 +14.2% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,706 +9.1% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,563 +2.9% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $1,519 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,412
per year
Monthly Tax
$174
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
McKenzie County
Tax: $1,473/yr Rate: 0.41%
Bottineau County
Tax: $1,335/yr Rate: 0.70%
Barnes County
Tax: $1,842/yr Rate: 1.10%
Ramsey County
Tax: $1,847/yr Rate: 0.94%
Billings County
Tax: $1,189/yr Rate: 0.37%
Morton County
Tax: $2,562/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Foster County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Foster County is $2,092 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $162,800.
How does Foster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Foster County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Foster County? ▼
In Foster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,987 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,188. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Foster County? ▼
Property taxes in Foster County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $83,412. 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.