FAQ Topic: Property tax

When are my property taxes due?

Real Estate Taxes Annual real estate taxes are mailed mid-December each year. The payment of taxes is divided into two equal payments, but if taxes are paid in full on or before February 18, 2025, you will receive a 5% discount on the consolidated tax. Postmarked dates are accepted when figuring payment dates for taxes. … Continued

What is a mill levy?

A “mill” is simply 1/1000th of anything. Mills are used to calculate property taxes. Williams County calculates the “mills” based on budgets determined by each taxing district in the county. Learn more about mill levies in Williams County on the Mill Levy Information webpage.

Why does my property tax bill go up or down?

Both the value of the mill AND the number of mills can affect your tax bill. If the same number of mills are on your tax statement this year as there were last year, but your home’s value increased by 5%, your tax bill will rise by 5% as well. Learn about how your property … Continued

Does my zoning district affect my taxes?

The zoning of your property does not affect or impact property taxes. Zoning determines the allowable uses of the property, but zoning itself does not factor into the property value assessment that determines property taxes.

Where can I find property information?

Williams County provides historical and current property information such as valuations, taxes, structure details, etc. Learn more on the Property Information page.

What properties does Williams County have in tax foreclosure?

Every year in November Williams County holds a public tax foreclosure sale to auction off properties that have not paid their property taxes in the past three years. About a month prior to the sale the list of properties will be made available on the Tax Foreclosure page.

How do I find out about delinquent property tax?

To find out if your mobile home or property taxes are delinquent, check online or call the Treasurer’s Office at 701-577-4530. If you are looking for a list of delinquent properties to be included in the annual Tax Foreclosure Sale, please visit the Tax Foreclosure webpage.

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