Bowman County Property Taxes

Bowman County, North Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

8.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$111/mo escrow

#17 of 53 counties in North Dakota

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.75%

vs. North Dakota Avg8.9% below
vs. National Avg50.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$176,400

State avg $168,606

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,315

$110/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,341

$112/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#17

of 53 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Bowman County, North Dakota

Bowman County below U.S. tax average

Bowman County's 0.754% effective tax rate runs 15% below the national median of 0.89%, making it a more affordable jurisdiction for property owners. The median property tax of $1,330 equals just 49% of the national median of $2,690, thanks to homes averaging $176,400—37% below the national median value.

Lower-taxed county in North Dakota

At 0.754%, Bowman County's effective rate sits 15% below the North Dakota state average of 0.885%, ranking in the lower-tax segment statewide. Its median property tax of $1,330 approaches the state median of $1,460, balancing lower rates with slightly cheaper homes than state average.

Competitive rates with nearby counties

Bowman County's 0.754% rate sits between Burke County (0.682%) to the south and Bottineau County (0.699%) to the east, with all three running well below Adams (1.021%) and Barnes (1.096%). Its $1,330 median tax falls in the middle of the region's range.

Typical home generates $1,330 tax

A median Bowman County home valued at $176,400 incurs an estimated annual property tax of $1,330 at the 0.754% effective rate. This estimate applies to homeowners without outstanding mortgages; mortgage holders may see slight variations.

Check for assessment errors

Bowman County property owners should compare their assessment notices against recent comparable sales to identify overvaluation. Even modest assessment reductions can yield annual savings on your $1,330 tax bill.

How Bowman County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bowman County$1,330
North Dakota State Average$1,460
National Average$1,924

Bowman County

0.75%

Effective rate

North Dakota Avg

0.87%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bowman County, North Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Bowman County, North Dakota is 0.75%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Bowman County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bowman County is $1,330. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,315, while those without a mortgage pay $1,341.
How does Bowman County compare to the North Dakota average?
Bowman County's effective tax rate of 0.75% is lower than the North Dakota state average of 0.87%. The median annual property tax in Bowman County is $1,330, compared to the state average of $1,460.
What is the median home value in Bowman County, North Dakota?
The median home value in Bowman County, North Dakota is $176,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Bowman County a low property tax area in North Dakota?
Yes — Bowman County's effective property tax rate of 0.75% is below the North Dakota average of 0.87%. The median annual property tax of $1,330 is also lower the state average of $1,460, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Bowman County rank for property taxes in North Dakota?
Bowman County ranks #17 out of 53 counties in North Dakota by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.75% and median annual tax of $1,330, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Nearby Counties

Other Counties in North Dakota

Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.