Compare cities in North Dakota
Compare 1 metro profiles in North Dakota, with housing cost, climate, work, safety, daily-life, and source-labeled data.
North Dakota metros to compare
- #1
Fargo, ND
Cost/climate 59, Work 79, Daily life 43, Community 58. ACS rent $919/mo; safety 55/100.
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Retiring in North Dakota: state tax treatment
| Social Security | Not taxed | Social Security benefits are exempt from North Dakota income tax (since 2021). |
|---|---|---|
| Pension / 401(k) / IRA | Generally taxable | Pensions, 401(k), and IRA distributions are taxable but at very low rates (top 2.5%, with a 0% bracket); military retirement pay is exempt. |
| Senior property-tax relief | Available | Homestead credit for income-qualified homeowners 65+, plus the newer primary-residence credit. |
| Estate tax | No | |
| Inheritance tax | No |
Research, not tax advice. This is an unverified snapshot retrieved 2026-07-13 from public sources — thresholds, phase-outs, and rules change every year. Verify with the North Dakota revenue department and a tax professional before acting on it.
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