North Dakota— Property Tax & Closing Costs
2024 Census dataEffective tax rate
1.09%
of assessed value annually
Median home value
$147,300
2024 ACS survey
Median taxes paid
$1,604/yr
2024 data
Pierce County's 1.09% effective property tax rate falls in the middle 50% of US counties — close to the national median of 0.81%. Within North Dakota's 53 counties, it's the 10th highest. On the county's median home value of $147,300, the typical homeowner pays $1,604 annually in property tax — close to the national median of $1,629. North Dakota charges no state real estate transfer tax, which keeps closing costs here lower than high-transfer-tax states like New York, Pennsylvania, or Delaware.
Calculate your true cost
Enter any purchase price to see the full cost breakdown for Pierce County.
County median: $147,300
Leave at $0 if the property has no homeowners association.
LTV: 80.00%
At closing
Monthly ongoing
Year one
Low flood risk. Flood insurance not typically required. Verify at msc.fema.gov for your specific property.
All figures are estimates for planning purposes only. Mortgage payment assumes a 30-year fixed rate of 6.8% — your lender will confirm the actual rate. Closing costs vary by lender and transaction. Consult a licensed real estate attorney and lender before making any financial decisions.
North Dakota property tax exemptions
Ways buyers in Pierce County may reduce their annual property tax. These programs apply statewide; verify county specifics with your local assessor.
Primary Residence Credit
Up to $500 per year property tax credit for primary residences in North Dakota. Available to all homeowners who apply.
View official source →Homestead Property Tax Credit
Graduated credit for homeowners 65+ or permanently and totally disabled with household income up to $70,000 after medical expenses. Higher reductions for lower incomes.
View official source →Disabled Veterans Credit
Veterans with 50%+ service-connected disability receive a property tax credit on the primary residence, graduated by disability percentage. 100% disabled veterans receive the maximum credit.
View official source →Last verified 2026-04. Exemption amounts and eligibility change frequently — always confirm with your county assessor before claiming.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to common questions about buying a home in Pierce County.
The effective property tax rate in Pierce County is 1.09% — calculated as the median annual property tax paid ($1,604) divided by the median home value ($147,300), using 2024 US Census ACS 5-year estimates. Your actual bill depends on your purchase price, homestead or senior exemptions, and any special assessments applied in your taxing district.
No. North Dakota does not impose a state real estate transfer tax, which keeps closing costs in Pierce County lower than in states like New York, Pennsylvania, or Delaware where transfer taxes can add thousands of dollars at closing.
Flood risk is relatively low. Only 0.4% of Pierce County's land falls within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area. Flood insurance is not typically required, though individual properties near waterways may still be in a zone — verify at msc.fema.gov.
Closing costs for a buyer in Pierce County typically run $2,946–$7,365 (2–5% of purchase price) on a median-priced home, including title insurance ($800–$2,000), appraisal ($400–$700), home inspection ($350–$600), recording fees ($100–$300), and loan origination (0.5–1.0% of the loan amount). Use the calculator above for a specific estimate at your purchase price.
Data sources for Pierce County
Every figure on this page is traceable. Verify the numbers yourself against the original public data.
Source for the 1.09% effective property tax rate, median home value, and median taxes paid (ACS 5-year, 2024 vintage).
Source for county-level flood zone exposure, wildfire risk, and other natural hazard ratings. Updated quarterly by FEMA.
Look up a specific property's flood zone and insurance rate map before making an offer on a home in Pierce County.
Guides for North Dakota home buyers
What every buyer should read before making an offer.
HOA Documents
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A buyer closed on a house and only then found out about ongoing HOA lawsuits. Six checks you can run yourself before your contingencies expire.
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