North Dakota Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in North Dakota? We analyzed 32 verified OTD quotes from 25 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of July 2026, the average doc fee at 25 rated North Dakota dealers is $307, $93 below the national average, based on 32 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Jul 7, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Peace Garden State
North Dakota's dealer grade: B
80/100 average transparency score
38th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- North Dakota has the 38th-highest average doc fee of the 53 states we track, at $307.
- 15 of 25 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A for transparency; 5 earned a D or F.
- Rydell Chevrolet in Grand Forks is the state's most transparent dealer at 94/100 from 3 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in North Dakota range from $0 to $699 — Eide Ford Mandan charges the most.
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).
Rydell Chevrolet
Grand Forks, ND
$222 below the North Dakota average
$298 avg add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesEide Ford Mandan
Mandan, ND
$174 below the North Dakota average
No mandatory add-ons · 3 verified quotes
See the quotesRyan Honda
Minot, ND
$307 below the North Dakota average
$288 avg add-ons · 3 verified quotes
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Highest Doc Fees in North Dakota
These North Dakota dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $307.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eide Ford Mandan | $133 | 3 |
| 2 | Rydell Chevrolet | $85 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Honda | B 84/100 | $0 | 3 |
| Eide Ford Mandan | A 93.3/100 | $133 | 3 |
| Rydell Chevrolet | A 94/100 | $85 | 3 |
Dealers by Brand in North Dakota
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in North Dakota?
Chevrolet
5 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Toyota
3 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Chrysler
3 dealers · Avg score: 50/100
GMC
2 dealers · Avg score: 91/100
Dodge
2 dealers · Avg score: 49/100
Jeep
2 dealers · Avg score: 49/100
Ram
2 dealers · Avg score: 49/100
Ford
2 dealers · Avg score: 47/100
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How North Dakota compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
North Dakota Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in North Dakota?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee in North Dakota is $307, based on 32 verified out-the-door quotes from 25 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $93 below the $400 national average.
Which North Dakota dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Eide Ford Mandan charges the highest verified doc fee in North Dakota at $133. Doc fees across the state range from $0 to $699.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in North Dakota?
Rydell Chevrolet in Grand Forks is the highest-rated dealer in North Dakota with a transparency score of 94/100 (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. 15 of 25 rated North Dakota dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.