Barnes County, ND Property Tax: $1,842/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Barnes County is 1.10% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $168,100, that works out to about $1,849 per year, or $154 per month. Barnes County is located in eastern North Dakota, and is home to approximately 10,794 residents.
About Barnes County
Barnes County covers approximately 1,491.6 square miles in North Dakota. The county is home to about 10,794 residents living in roughly 5,706 housing units, of which 62.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $70,230, and the median home was built in 1967.
Barnes County borders Cass County, Griggs County, LaMoure County, Ransom County, Steele County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in North Dakota
Property taxes in North Dakota are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in North Dakota offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Barnes County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Barnes County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnes County, ND | 1.10% | $168,100 | $1,849 |
| North Dakota state average | 0.89% | — | $1,496* |
| Cass County | 1.21% | $284,700 | $3,449 |
| Griggs County | 0.91% | $128,200 | $1,162 |
| LaMoure County | 0.97% | $118,000 | $1,142 |
| Ransom County | 1.05% | $174,800 | $1,838 |
| Steele County | 0.95% | $120,400 | $1,146 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Barnes County's median home value of $168,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Barnes County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Dakota?
At 1.10%, Barnes County is higher than the North Dakota state average of 0.89%. On a home at the county median of $168,100, that means about $1,849 per year — versus $1,496 at the state average rate, a difference of $353 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Barnes County is at average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Barnes County?
For a home at the county median value of $168,100, the annual property tax in Barnes County is approximately $1,849 — or about $154 per month. For a home worth $252,150, expect around $2,774 per year. For a $336,200 home, approximately $3,698 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Barnes County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Barnes County are handled by the Barnes County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Barnes County?
North Dakota counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.10% shown here. Contact the Barnes County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File