Gallatin County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 30,780.
The median annual property tax in Gallatin County is $3,625, which is 101% higher than the Montana state average and 89% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $604,900. Property taxes represent 4.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,625
+101% vs State
+89% vs US
Median Home Value
$604,900
+140% vs State
+186% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-22% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,641
$303/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,593
$299/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 | $3,625 +5.9% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $3,423 +12.0% | 0.65% |
| 2021 | $3,056 +7.7% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $2,838 +5.8% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $2,682 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,454
per year
Monthly Tax
$302
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Pondera County
Tax: $1,584/yr Rate: 0.88%
Yellowstone County
Tax: $2,669/yr Rate: 0.84%
Glacier County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.81%
Stillwater County
Tax: $2,131/yr Rate: 0.60%
Flathead County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.61%
Valley County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gallatin County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gallatin County is $3,625 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $604,900.
How does Gallatin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gallatin County are 89% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gallatin County? ▼
In Gallatin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,641 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,593. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gallatin County? ▼
Property taxes in Gallatin County represent approximately 4.1% of the median household income of $87,454. 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.