Madison County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 2,986.
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,800, which is 0% higher than the Montana state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $440,500. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,800
+0% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$440,500
+75% vs State
+108% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.41%
-47% vs State
-57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,773
$148/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,813
$151/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 | $1,800 +6.4% | 0.41% |
| 2022 | $1,692 +4.9% | 0.45% |
| 2021 | $1,613 -1.7% | 0.50% |
| 2020 | $1,641 +10.7% | 0.52% |
| 2019 | $1,482 | 0.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,420
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Ravalli County
Tax: $2,303/yr Rate: 0.53%
Golden Valley County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,204/yr Rate: 1.03%
Judith Basin County
Tax: $971/yr Rate: 0.45%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,728/yr Rate: 0.55%
Lake County
Tax: $2,436/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Madison County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,800 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.41% on a median home value of $440,500.
How does Madison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.41% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Madison County? ▼
In Madison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,773 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,813. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Madison County? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $67,420. 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.