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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Burleigh County record-source URLs verified against the official local and North Dakota state publishers on the review date. 2 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Burleigh County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Burleigh County, North Dakota — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
103,107
Population
Census estimate
39,885
Households
Census estimate
$82,141
Median income
Annual household
$302,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Bismarck
County seat
In North Dakota
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Burleigh County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Burleigh County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | ND Court Records North Dakota Court System |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Burleigh County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Burleigh County state portal below |
| Property records | 2024 Burleigh County Real Estate Tax Statement Burleigh County |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Burleigh County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Burleigh County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Burleigh County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Burleigh | ND Recorders Information Network |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Burleigh County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Burleigh County Records
2026
Burleigh County court records portal verified
State court system links for Burleigh County verified against the North Dakota judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Burleigh County property records online
Burleigh County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside North Dakota, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Burleigh County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Burleigh County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Burleigh County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the North Dakota statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the North Dakota state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Burleigh County Records
❌ Myth: "Burleigh County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Burleigh County are held by the North Dakota state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Burleigh County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Burleigh County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official North Dakota state repository has verified, current Burleigh County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Burleigh County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Burleigh County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- publicsearch.ndcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Burleigh County & North Dakota Records
For records not specific to Burleigh County, use North Dakota's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 North Dakota statewide record systems:
- North Dakota Court Records →
- North Dakota Criminal Records →
- North Dakota Property Records →
- North Dakota Vital Records →
- North Dakota Voter Records →
- North Dakota Wants & Warrants →
- North Dakota Licenses →
- North Dakota Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
North Dakota statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Burleigh County, North Dakota
Burleigh County is located in North Dakota. The county seat is Bismarck.
- Population: 103,107
- Households: 39,885
- Median household income: $82,141
- Median home value: $302,300
- Below poverty line: 7.9%
- Land area: 1,632.7 sq mi
- Population density: 63.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 36
Burleigh County
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Burleigh County Tax Equalization Office 221 North 5th Street PO Box 5518 Bismarck, ND 58506-5518 Voice: (701) 222-6691 Fax: (701) 222-7528 · Allan Vietmeier , Tax Equalization Director Tessa Knudson, Senior Appraiser Breanna Zent, Appraiser II Erin Buchwitz, Appraiser I · Home Real Estate ...
ND Court Records
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Notice: The Payment Processing feature ("Make Payment" button) will now reroute you to a new payment portal. If you are making a payment you may click here to get to the new portal - https://www.ndcourts.gov/public-access. You will be asked to select the county where your case was filed.
North Dakota Court System
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A Notice of Consultation regarding a vacancy in North Central Judicial District Judgeship No. 5, with chambers in Minot, has been posted. This notice is provided under North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 7.2.
Municipal Court | Bismarck, ND - Official Website
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Bismarck City Municipal Court is part of the South-Central Judicial District in Burleigh County, North Dakota. Municipal Courts have jurisdiction over criminal and non-criminal violations of city ordinances. These can include Class B misdemeanors, infractions and traffic violations.
2024 Burleigh County Real Estate Tax Statement
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Taxes By District (in dollars): Burleigh County · 549.92 · 704.21 · 694.76 · Hay Creek Township · 159.52 · 165.30 · 193.52 · Bismarck School · 1,710.00 · 1,822.88 · 1,887.48 · Bismarck Rural Fire District · 207.38 · 221.08 · 228.92 · Soil Conservation District · 7.82 · 9.36 ...
Burleigh County
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Burleigh County Tax Equalization Office 221 North 5th Street PO Box 5518 Bismarck, ND 58506-5518 Voice: (701) 222-6691 Fax: (701) 222-7528 · Allan Vietmeier, Tax Equalization Director Tessa Knudson, Senior Appraiser Breanna Zent, Appraiser II Erin Buchwitz, Appraiser I · Home Real Estate Search Building Search Assessor's Duties GIS Maps Properties posted on this website include the townships of APPLE CREEK, BURNT CREEK, FORT RICE, GIBBS, HAY CREEK, LINCOLN, and RIVERVIEW.
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Burleigh | ND Recorders Information Network
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Burleigh | ND Recorders Information Network
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Jobs
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Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
4m2lf0vr 2026 Agendas
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Chairman Agnew called for a motion to approve the December 10, 2025, minutes. The minutes were Public comments were then made by Mr. John Fields regarding the proposed ordinances. Burleigh County Planning Department Staff Report.
Maps | Burleigh County
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This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy · Click here to view a PDF map of the roads in Burleigh County, North Dakota . The PDF includes 2 pages.
Departments | Burleigh County
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To access individual Department information, please refer to the directory to the left . If there is something you would like to see posted on a Department's webpage, please feel free to contact the Department Head with your request.
Search | North Dakota Secretary of State
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
ND SOS business search.
firststop.sos.nd.gov
Warrants
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Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Voter Lookup
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Enter the information requested to locate your record. State-Issued ID# is required. Date of Birth is required. Copyright © 2026 North Dakota Secretary of State.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Burleigh County?
Burleigh County court cases are searchable through the ND Court Records portal: https://publicsearch.ndcourts.gov/. North Dakota also operates a state-level case lookup through the ND Courts Public Search system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in North Dakota?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed North Dakota record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in North Dakota?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most North Dakota counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in North Dakota?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the North Dakota BCI that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in North Dakota. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.