58075 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 58075 (Wahpeton, North Dakota) pay a median of $2,277/year in property taxes on homes valued at $178,800. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.27%, which is 53% above the North Dakota state average of 0.83%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 58075 is approximately $190, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Richland County. This is $915 more than the North Dakota average of $1,362/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in North Dakota, 58075 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 58646 (1.27%) and 58649 (1.29%).

In Wahpeton, property taxes represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $64,161, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

North Dakota reassesses property to market value at sale; once owned, increases are uncapped unless a specific exemption applies. Richland County provides a Homestead Exemption and senior/disabled exemptions — verify your eligibility and file with the Richland County Assessor before the next tax year to reduce your assessed value. Contact the Richland County Assessor's office immediately after purchase to obtain the correct exemption form and filing deadline.