Stark County, ND Property Tax: $2,398/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Stark County is 0.92% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $260,400, that works out to about $2,396 per year, or $200 per month. Stark County is located in western North Dakota, and is home to approximately 33,116 residents.
About Stark County
Stark County covers approximately 1,334.9 square miles in North Dakota. The county is home to about 33,116 residents living in roughly 15,455 housing units, of which 55.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $80,744, and the median home was built in 1987.
Stark County borders Billings County, Dunn County, Grant County, Hettinger County, Mercer 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 Stark County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Stark County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stark County, ND | 0.92% | $260,400 | $2,396 |
| North Dakota state average | 0.89% | — | $2,318* |
| Billings County | 0.37% | $322,500 | $1,189 |
| Dunn County | 0.60% | $244,000 | $1,473 |
| Grant County | 0.98% | $85,800 | $841 |
| Hettinger County | 1.13% | $110,900 | $1,251 |
| Mercer County | 1.07% | $196,200 | $2,101 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Stark County's median home value of $260,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Stark County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Dakota?
At 0.92%, Stark County is higher than the North Dakota state average of 0.89%. On a home at the county median of $260,400, that means about $2,396 per year — versus $2,318 at the state average rate, a difference of $78 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Stark County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Stark County?
For a home at the county median value of $260,400, the annual property tax in Stark County is approximately $2,396 — or about $200 per month. For a home worth $390,600, expect around $3,594 per year. For a $520,800 home, approximately $4,791 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Stark County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Stark County are handled by the Stark 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 Stark 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 0.92% shown here. Contact the Stark 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