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Foster County

Foster County, North Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

1.28%

Median Annual Tax

$2,092

How Foster County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Foster County$2,092
North Dakota State Average$1,460
National Average$1,924

Foster County

1.28%

Effective rate

North Dakota Avg

0.87%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,987

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,188

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,092

Monthly Escrow

$174

Effective Rate

1.28%

vs. North Dakota State Average▲ 43.3% above
vs. National Average▼ 22.2% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Foster County, North Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Foster County, North Dakota is 1.28%. 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 Foster County?
The median annual property tax payment in Foster County is $2,092. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,987, while those without a mortgage pay $2,188.
How does Foster County compare to the North Dakota average?
Foster County's effective tax rate of 1.28% is higher than the North Dakota state average of 0.87%. The median annual property tax in Foster County is $2,092, compared to the state average of $1,460.
What is the median home value in Foster County, North Dakota?
The median home value in Foster County, North Dakota is $162,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in North Dakota?
Property taxes in North Dakota are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Cavalier County(ND)

Rate1.25%
Median Tax$1,524

Cass County(ND)

Rate1.21%
Median Tax$3,449

Sargent County(ND)

Rate1.14%
Median Tax$1,708

Richland County(ND)

Rate1.13%
Median Tax$2,015
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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.

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