Morton County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 10,155.
The median annual property tax in Morton County is $2,562, which is 75% higher than the North Dakota state average and 33% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $249,600. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,562
+75% vs State
+33% vs US
Median Home Value
$249,600
+48% vs State
+18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
+16% vs State
+8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,677
$223/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,372
$198/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 | $2,562 +2.9% | 1.03% |
| 2022 | $2,491 +12.5% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $2,214 +0.7% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $2,198 +5.2% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $2,090 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,483
per year
Monthly Tax
$214
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
Wells County
Tax: $1,107/yr Rate: 1.04%
Grand Forks County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.13%
Bottineau County
Tax: $1,335/yr Rate: 0.70%
Hettinger County
Tax: $1,251/yr Rate: 1.13%
Cavalier County
Tax: $1,524/yr Rate: 1.25%
Dickey County
Tax: $1,538/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morton County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morton County is $2,562 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $249,600.
How does Morton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morton County are 33% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morton County? ▼
In Morton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,677 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,372. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morton County? ▼
Property taxes in Morton County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $79,483. 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.