Fergus County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 3,433.
The median annual property tax in Fergus County is $1,709, which is 5% lower than the Montana state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $202,700. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,709
-5% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$202,700
-19% vs State
-4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+9% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,756
$146/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,636
$136/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 | $1,709 +11.9% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $1,527 +5.9% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $1,442 +4.6% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $1,378 +4.6% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $1,318 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,731
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Pondera County
Tax: $1,584/yr Rate: 0.88%
Musselshell County
Tax: $1,383/yr Rate: 0.63%
Dawson County
Tax: $2,199/yr Rate: 1.17%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 1.52%
Missoula County
Tax: $3,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
Judith Basin County
Tax: $971/yr Rate: 0.45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fergus County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fergus County is $1,709 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $202,700.
How does Fergus County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fergus County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fergus County? ▼
In Fergus County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,756 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,636. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fergus County? ▼
Property taxes in Fergus County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $59,731. 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.