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| North Tipperary | |
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| Area: | 2,046 km² |
| Capital: | Nenagh |
| Code: | TN |
| Population: | 61,010 (2002) |
| Province: | Munster |
North Tipperary, until 2002 called Tipperary North Riding, is a local government area in Ireland, consisting of the northern part of County Tipperary. North Tipperary was established in 1898 and has had a county council ever since, and has had separate assize courts since 1838. The main town is Nenagh, other important places include Borrisoakane, Newport, Templemore, Thurles and Roscrea.