Mercer County Property Taxes

Mercer County, North Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

43.9% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$175/mo escrow

#41 of 53 counties in North Dakota

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.07%

vs. North Dakota Avg43.9% above
vs. National Avg21.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$196,200

State avg $168,606

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,274

$190/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,944

$162/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#41

of 53 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Mercer County, North Dakota

Mercer's rate slightly below national norm

Mercer County's effective rate of 1.071% is nearly identical to the national median of 1.1%, placing it squarely in the middle of U.S. counties. The median property tax of $2,101 is about $589 less than the national median of $2,690.

Among North Dakota's highest rates

Mercer County's 1.071% effective rate is notably higher than North Dakota's state average of 0.885%, placing it in the upper tier of state counties. The median property tax of $2,101 is $641 above the statewide median of $1,460.

Second-highest rate in the region

Mercer County's 1.071% rate is only slightly lower than McIntosh (1.080%), making it one of the priciest in the eight-county area. It's significantly higher than McKenzie (0.412%), Mountrail (0.527%), and McHenry (0.663%).

Your estimated annual property tax

On Mercer's median home value of $196,200, expect approximately $2,101 in annual property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages typically pay $2,274, while those owning outright pay closer to $1,944.

Could your assessment be wrong?

Many North Dakota homeowners discover their property is overassessed during appeal windows. If you believe your home's valuation is inaccurate, filing a tax assessment appeal could reduce your annual bill—often with minimal paperwork and no filing fee.

How Mercer County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Mercer County$2,101
North Dakota State Average$1,460
National Average$1,924

Mercer County

1.07%

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 Mercer County, North Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Mercer County, North Dakota is 1.07%. 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 Mercer County?
The median annual property tax payment in Mercer County is $2,101. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,274, while those without a mortgage pay $1,944.
How does Mercer County compare to the North Dakota average?
Mercer County's effective tax rate of 1.07% is higher than the North Dakota state average of 0.87%. The median annual property tax in Mercer County is $2,101, compared to the state average of $1,460.
What is the median home value in Mercer County, North Dakota?
The median home value in Mercer County, North Dakota is $196,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Mercer County property tax rate higher than the North Dakota average?
Mercer County's effective property tax rate of 1.07% is higher than the North Dakota average of 0.87%. This difference of 0.20% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Mercer County rank for property taxes in North Dakota?
Mercer County ranks #41 out of 53 counties in North Dakota by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.07% and median annual tax of $2,101, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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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.