Bottineau County, ND Property Tax: $1,335/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Bottineau County is 0.70% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $190,900, that works out to about $1,336 per year, or $111 per month. Bottineau County is located in northern North Dakota, with Bottineau as its county seat, and is home to approximately 6,390 residents.
About Bottineau County
Bottineau County covers approximately 1,668.9 square miles in North Dakota. The county is home to about 6,390 residents living in roughly 3,972 housing units, of which 53.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $83,460, and the median home was built in 1976.
The county seat is Bottineau. Bottineau County borders McHenry County, Pierce County, Renville County, Rolette 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 Bottineau County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Bottineau County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottineau County, ND | 0.70% | $190,900 | $1,336 |
| North Dakota state average | 0.89% | — | $1,699* |
| McHenry County | 0.66% | $143,200 | $949 |
| Pierce County | 1.03% | $143,400 | $1,477 |
| Renville County | 0.68% | $163,400 | $1,107 |
| Rolette County | 0.98% | $93,000 | $907 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Bottineau County's median home value of $190,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Bottineau County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Dakota?
At 0.70%, Bottineau County is lower than the North Dakota state average of 0.89%. On a home at the county median of $190,900, that means about $1,336 per year — versus $1,699 at the state average rate, a difference of $363 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Bottineau County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Bottineau County?
For a home at the county median value of $190,900, the annual property tax in Bottineau County is approximately $1,336 — or about $111 per month. For a home worth $286,350, expect around $2,004 per year. For a $381,800 home, approximately $2,673 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Bottineau County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Bottineau County are handled by the Bottineau County Assessor's office in Bottineau. 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 Bottineau 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 0.70% shown here. Contact the Bottineau 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