Griggs County, North Dakota Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Griggs County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Griggs County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.

Below, compare Griggs County's effective property tax rate to other counties in North Dakota or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Griggs County's median effective rate stands at 0.90%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Griggs County, the highest rate is found in Binford at 0.90%, while Hannaford has the lowest at 0.87%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, special assessment districts assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Griggs County are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. Local taxing authorities then use that assessment to determine how much each homeowner owes for schools, county services, and other public needs. Because the bill is tied to value, homes with higher assessed values generally receive higher tax bills.

In Griggs County, the median home price is $83,002, and the median tax bill varies across the county. The 25th percentile tax bill is $361, while the 75th percentile is $1,272 and the 90th percentile is $1,772. That range shows how much property taxes can differ depending on a home’s value and location. The highest median tax bill is $944 in Cooperstown, while the lowest median tax bill is $356 in Aneta. For homeowners, this means property taxes can have a meaningful impact on annual housing costs, especially when assessments rise faster than expected.