Beaverhead County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 2,774.
The median annual property tax in Beaverhead County is $1,876, which is 4% higher than the Montana state average and 2% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $282,000. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,876
+4% vs State
-2% vs US
Median Home Value
$282,000
+12% vs State
+33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-13% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,143
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,605
$134/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,876 +4.7% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $1,791 +8.9% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,644 +7.1% | 0.66% |
| 2020 | $1,535 -4.0% | 0.74% |
| 2019 | $1,599 | 0.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,072
per year
Monthly Tax
$156
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Missoula County
Tax: $3,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
Lake County
Tax: $2,436/yr Rate: 0.66%
Powder River County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.83%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 1.29%
Valley County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 1.10%
Dawson County
Tax: $2,199/yr Rate: 1.17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Beaverhead County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Beaverhead County is $1,876 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $282,000.
How does Beaverhead County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Beaverhead County are 2% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Beaverhead County? ▼
In Beaverhead County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,143 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,605. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Beaverhead County? ▼
Property taxes in Beaverhead County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $58,072. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.