Lincoln County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 6,999.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,499, which is 17% lower than the Montana state average and 22% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $258,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,499
-17% vs State
-22% vs US
Median Home Value
$258,700
+3% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-25% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,565
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,431
$119/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 | $1,499 +7.4% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $1,396 +3.2% | 0.60% |
| 2021 | $1,353 +0.8% | 0.64% |
| 2020 | $1,342 -0.7% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $1,352 | 0.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,018
per year
Monthly Tax
$125
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Powder River County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.83%
Roosevelt County
Tax: $1,535/yr Rate: 1.29%
Gallatin County
Tax: $3,625/yr Rate: 0.60%
Powell County
Tax: $1,809/yr Rate: 0.71%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 1.29%
Wheatland County
Tax: $1,122/yr Rate: 0.65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,499 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $258,700.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 22% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,565 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,431. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $47,018. 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.