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Wells County

Wells County, North Dakota

Effective Tax Rate

1.04%

Median Annual Tax

$1,107

How Wells County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wells County$1,107
North Dakota State Average$1,460
National Average$1,924

Wells County

1.04%

Effective rate

North Dakota Avg

0.87%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,178

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,081

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,107

Monthly Escrow

$92

Effective Rate

1.04%

vs. North Dakota State Average▼ 24.2% below
vs. National Average▼ 58.8% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wells County, North Dakota?
The effective property tax rate in Wells County, North Dakota is 1.04%. 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 Wells County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wells County is $1,107. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,178, while those without a mortgage pay $1,081.
How does Wells County compare to the North Dakota average?
Wells County's effective tax rate of 1.04% is higher than the North Dakota state average of 0.87%. The median annual property tax in Wells County is $1,107, compared to the state average of $1,460.
What is the median home value in Wells County, North Dakota?
The median home value in Wells County, North Dakota is $106,400, 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

Traill County(ND)

Rate1.04%
Median Tax$2,018

Pierce County(ND)

Rate1.03%
Median Tax$1,477

Ransom County(ND)

Rate1.05%
Median Tax$1,838

Morton County(ND)

Rate1.03%
Median Tax$2,562
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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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