Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Bismarck, North Dakota
Median Bismarck, North Dakota effective property tax rate: 1.09%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the North Dakota state median of 1.20%.
Median Bismarck, North Dakota home value: $306,400
Median annual Bismarck, North Dakota tax bill: $3,156, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Burleigh calculated?
Property taxes in Bismarck, North Dakota are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Bismarck's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Bismarck, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,340
$3,099
How Does the Bismarck Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Bismarck property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Bismarck's median effective tax rate of 1.09% — based on actual property records in Burleigh County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Bismarck's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Bismarck: rates range from $2,738 in 58501 to $3,776 in 58503, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Bismarck's median property tax rate is lower than the 1.20% state median, but the median property tax bill of $3,156 is higher than the national median bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Bismarck.
About Bismarck Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Bismarck, Burleigh, North Dakota
Bismarck’s median effective property tax rate of 1.09% is lower than the North Dakota state median of 1.20% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Burleigh County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Bismarck. Homeowners in the 58501 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.14%, while those in 58504 pay 1.05%. This spread — 0.09 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Burleigh County. Understanding which part of Bismarck you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Bismarck homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the April 13, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Bismarck's effective property tax rate to other cities in North Dakota and the median property tax rates in North Dakota and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Bismarck Tax Rate
1.09%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Burleigh County Tax Rate
1.08%
Median Effective North Dakota Tax Rate
1.20%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58501 | 0.65% | 0.98% | 1.14% | 1.25% | 1.38% |
| 58503 | 0.66% | 0.76% | 1.09% | 1.22% | 1.43% |
| 58504 | 0.61% | 0.76% | 1.05% | 1.20% | 1.37% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
When examining property taxes in Bismarck, North Dakota, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Burleigh County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices are sent in March each year in Burleigh County, and they typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month. Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill.
For example, the median home price in Bismarck is $306,400, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 58503 has the highest median home price at $371,900.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
Source: Ownwell
$52,950
$212,425
$371,900
Median Bismarck Market Value
$306,400
Median Burleigh County Market Value
$300,000
Median North Dakota Market Value
$244,000
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58501 | $160,000 | $201,900 | $241,300 | $296,200 | $377,200 |
| 58503 | $216,340 | $289,900 | $371,900 | $477,400 | $604,380 |
| 58504 | $168,900 | $231,400 | $302,750 | $390,150 | $531,980 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
How are property tax bills calculated in Bismarck?
Property tax bills in Bismarck are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply tax rates to that assessed value to determine the amount owed, so a higher assessment generally leads to a larger bill. Factors such as location, neighborhood, and the specific taxing districts that serve the property can all affect the final amount.
For homeowners, this means two similar homes can receive different tax bills if they are in different parts of Burleigh County or fall into different tax districts. The median home price in Bismarck is $306,400, and property tax bills vary widely across the city, with the 25th percentile at $2,352, the 75th percentile at $4,287, and the 90th percentile at $6,097. The median tax bill is $3,776 in ZIP code 58503 and $2,738 in ZIP code 58501.
Median Bismarck Tax Bill
$3,156
Median Burleigh County Tax Bill
$3,081
Median North Dakota Tax Bill
$2,769
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58501 | $1,333 | $2,119 | $2,738 | $3,361 | $4,097 |
| 58503 | $1,948 | $2,779 | $3,776 | $5,211 | $7,188 |
| 58504 | $1,487 | $2,195 | $2,987 | $3,940 | $5,789 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | April 13 |
Links | |
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| Burleigh Tax Assessor | |
| Website | itax.tylertech.com |