Blaine County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 1,451.
The median annual property tax in Blaine County is $1,901, which is 5% higher than the Montana state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $124,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,901
+5% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,900
-50% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
+97% vs State
+60% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,943
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,821
$152/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 | $1,901 +1.5% | 1.52% |
| 2022 | $1,872 +11.8% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $1,674 +9.3% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,532 +6.1% | 1.69% |
| 2019 | $1,444 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,050
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Rosebud County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 0.63%
Prairie County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 0.85%
Glacier County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.81%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,204/yr Rate: 1.03%
Cascade County
Tax: $2,236/yr Rate: 0.92%
Stillwater County
Tax: $2,131/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Blaine County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Blaine County is $1,901 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.52% on a median home value of $124,900.
How does Blaine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Blaine County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.52% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Blaine County? ▼
In Blaine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,943 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,821. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Blaine County? ▼
Property taxes in Blaine County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $65,050. 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.