Pembina County, North Dakota Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Pembina County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Pembina 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 Pembina County's effective property tax rate to other counties in North Dakota or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Pembina County's median effective rate stands at 1.17%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Pembina County, the highest rate is found in Drayton at 1.54%, while Cavalier has the lowest at 1.12%.

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 Pembina are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, not its market price alone. The assessed value is based on the county’s valuation process, and the final bill reflects both that assessment and the taxing jurisdictions that fund services such as schools, roads, and local government. For homeowners, this means the amount owed can change when assessed values rise or when local budgets shift.

With a median home price of $48,118, property taxes in Pembina can still vary widely from one home to another. The county’s tax bill typically falls between $371 at the 25th percentile and $929 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $1,285. Median tax bills also differ by city, from $526 in Drayton to $784 in Walhalla. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400, Pembina homeowners often see lower bills, though individual assessments can still have a major impact.