Ransom County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 1,744.
The median annual property tax in Ransom County is $1,838, which is 26% higher than the North Dakota state average and 4% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $174,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,838
+26% vs State
-4% vs US
Median Home Value
$174,800
+4% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
+18% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,046
$171/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,639
$137/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 | $1,838 +10.3% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $1,667 +1.8% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,637 +3.0% | 1.19% |
| 2020 | $1,589 +15.4% | 1.14% |
| 2019 | $1,377 | 1.13% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,521
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
Grand Forks County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.13%
Sheridan County
Tax: $753/yr Rate: 0.70%
Slope County
Tax: $460/yr Rate: 0.38%
Steele County
Tax: $1,146/yr Rate: 0.95%
Ward County
Tax: $2,785/yr Rate: 1.07%
McIntosh County
Tax: $867/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ransom County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ransom County is $1,838 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $174,800.
How does Ransom County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ransom County are 4% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ransom County? ▼
In Ransom County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,046 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,639. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ransom County? ▼
Property taxes in Ransom County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $74,521. 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.