Towner County, ND Property Tax: $1,078/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Towner County is 0.88% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $122,800, that works out to about $1,081 per year, or $90 per month. Towner County is located in northern North Dakota, and is home to approximately 2,113 residents.
About Towner County
Towner County covers approximately 1,025.1 square miles in North Dakota. The county is home to about 2,113 residents living in roughly 1,263 housing units, of which 58.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $63,017, and the median home was built in 1968.
Towner County borders Benson County, Cavalier County, Pierce County, Ramsey 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 Towner County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Towner County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towner County, ND | 0.88% | $122,800 | $1,081 |
| North Dakota state average | 0.89% | — | $1,093* |
| Benson County | 0.87% | $83,100 | $724 |
| Cavalier County | 1.25% | $122,300 | $1,524 |
| Pierce County | 1.03% | $143,400 | $1,477 |
| Ramsey County | 0.94% | $197,400 | $1,847 |
| Rolette County | 0.98% | $93,000 | $907 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Towner County's median home value of $122,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Towner County's property tax rate compare to the rest of North Dakota?
At 0.88%, Towner County is lower than the North Dakota state average of 0.89%. On a home at the county median of $122,800, that means about $1,081 per year — versus $1,093 at the state average rate, a difference of $12 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Towner County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Towner County?
For a home at the county median value of $122,800, the annual property tax in Towner County is approximately $1,081 — or about $90 per month. For a home worth $184,200, expect around $1,621 per year. For a $245,600 home, approximately $2,161 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Towner County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Towner County are handled by the Towner 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 Towner 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 0.88% shown here. Contact the Towner 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