Jefferson County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 4,065.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,274, which is 26% higher than the Montana state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $408,000. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,274
+26% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$408,000
+62% vs State
+93% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.56%
-27% vs State
-41% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,408
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,122
$177/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 | $2,274 +7.6% | 0.56% |
| 2022 | $2,114 +14.8% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,842 +2.4% | 0.61% |
| 2020 | $1,799 -2.2% | 0.62% |
| 2019 | $1,839 | 0.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,576
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Teton County
Tax: $1,929/yr Rate: 0.82%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 1.29%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,204/yr Rate: 1.03%
Powder River County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.83%
Gallatin County
Tax: $3,625/yr Rate: 0.60%
Beaverhead County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,274 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.56% on a median home value of $408,000.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.56% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,408 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,122. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $76,576. 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.