North Dakota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in North Dakota? We analyzed 78 verified OTD quotes from 50 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of September 2026, the average doc fee at 35 rated North Dakota dealers is $282, $122 below the national average, based on 78 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Sep 8, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peace Garden State
North Dakota's dealer grade: A
91/100 average transparency score
42nd highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- North Dakota has the 42nd-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $282.
- 41 of 50 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A for transparency; 2 earned a D or F.
- North Dakota Trucks Llc in Williston is the state's most transparent dealer at 93/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in North Dakota range from $7 to $699 — Schwan Cadillac charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in North Dakota is accessories, appearing on 63% of itemized quotes at an average of $857.
North Dakota Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in North Dakota
The most transparent dealers in North Dakota, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
North Dakota Trucks Llc
Williston, ND
$282 below the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesCedric Theel Toyota
Bismarck, ND
$282 below the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEide Ford Mandan
Mandan, ND
$149 below the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesSchwan Cadillac
Mandan, NDMandan, ND
Lake GMC
Devils Lake, NDDevils Lake, ND
Hettinger Motor Company
Hettinger, NDHettinger, ND
Ryan Honda
Williston, NDWilliston, ND
Vision Ford
Wahpeton, NDWahpeton, ND
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Highest Doc Fees in North Dakota
These North Dakota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $282.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schwan Cadillac | $299 | 3 |
| 2 | Eide Ford Mandan | $133 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in North Dakota
These North Dakota dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vision Ford | B 83/100 | $0 | 8 |
| Ryan Honda | B 87/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Hettinger Motor Company | A 90/100 | $0 | 3 |
| North Dakota Trucks Llc | A 93/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Cedric Theel Toyota | A 93/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Eide Ford Mandan | A 93/100 | $133 | 3 |
| Schwan Cadillac | A 93/100 | $299 | 3 |
| Lake GMC | A 93/100 | $0 | 3 |
Most Common Add-ons in North Dakota
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in North Dakota, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in North Dakota
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in North Dakota?
Ford
6 dealers · Avg score: 92/100
GMC
5 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Chevrolet
4 dealers · Avg score: 100/100
Chrysler
4 dealers · Avg score: 69/100
Ram
4 dealers · Avg score: 73/100
Toyota
4 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Dodge
3 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Jeep
3 dealers · Avg score: 65/100
Lincoln
2 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Honda
2 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Buick
2 dealers · Avg score: 85/100
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How North Dakota compares to its neighbors
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North Dakota Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Dakota?
As of September 2026, the average documentation fee in North Dakota is $282, based on 78 verified out-the-door quotes from 35 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $122 below the $404 national average.
Which North Dakota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Schwan Cadillac charges the highest verified doc fee in North Dakota at $299. Doc fees across the state range from $7 to $699.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in North Dakota?
North Dakota Trucks Llc in Williston is the highest-rated dealer in North Dakota with a transparency score of 93/100 (Grade A) from 3 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in North Dakota?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a North Dakota dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 41 of 50 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.