Ward County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for North Dakota. Population: 17,518.
The median annual property tax in Ward County is $2,785, which is 91% higher than the North Dakota state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $259,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,785
+91% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$259,100
+54% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
+20% vs State
+13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,903
$242/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,562
$214/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 | $2,785 +4.5% | 1.07% |
| 2022 | $2,666 +8.1% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $2,467 +5.7% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $2,335 +8.2% | 1.07% |
| 2019 | $2,159 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$79,273
per year
Monthly Tax
$232
per month
Other Counties in North Dakota
McHenry County
Tax: $949/yr Rate: 0.66%
Griggs County
Tax: $1,162/yr Rate: 0.91%
Benson County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.87%
Rolette County
Tax: $907/yr Rate: 0.98%
Grant County
Tax: $841/yr Rate: 0.98%
Kidder County
Tax: $910/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ward County, North Dakota? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ward County is $2,785 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $259,100.
How does Ward County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ward County are 45% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ward County? ▼
In Ward County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,903 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,562. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ward County? ▼
Property taxes in Ward County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $79,273. 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.