Nelson County, ND Property Taxes (2026)

Nelson County owners pay a median of $919 a year on a median home value of $114,500, an effective rate of 0.80%. That's the 36th-highest rate of 53 North Dakota counties with Census data, below the North Dakota county median of 0.93%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.80%

36th highest of 53 in ND

Median annual bill

$919

~$77/month

Median home value

$114,500

North Dakota county median

0.93%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Nelson County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Nelson County's 0.80% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$916
Savings at 10–15% off
$92–$137
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Nelson County vs. North Dakota vs. U.S. property tax rates

Nelson County0.80%
North Dakota county median0.93%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Nelson County's effective property tax rate is 0.80%, vs. 0.93% for the median North Dakota county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 36th of 53 in North Dakota. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Nelson County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Nelson County Director of Tax Equalization. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Nelson County deadline is April local equalization board. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Director of Tax Equalization.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $919 bill, 10–15% off is $92–$138 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in North Dakota

North Dakota homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Nelson County Director of Tax Equalization for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Nelson County, North Dakota?
The median effective property tax rate in Nelson County is 0.80%: a median annual bill of $919 on a median home value of $114,500. That's the 36th-highest rate of 53 North Dakota counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Nelson County?
The median Nelson County property tax bill is $919 a year, about $77 a month, compared with a North Dakota county median of $1,251.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Nelson County?
The deadline to appeal in Nelson County is April local equalization board. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Nelson County a high property tax area?
Nelson County's 0.80% effective rate is below the North Dakota county median of 0.93% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 36th-highest rate of 53 North Dakota counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Nelson County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Griggs County

Rate: 0.91%

Median bill: $1,162

Ramsey County

Rate: 0.94%

Median bill: $1,847

Grand Forks County

Rate: 1.13%

Median bill: $2,754

Eddy County

Rate: 0.89%

Median bill: $1,027

Walsh County

Rate: 1.11%

Median bill: $1,389

Steele County

Rate: 0.95%

Median bill: $1,146

Foster County

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $2,092

Benson County

Rate: 0.87%

Median bill: $724

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