Musselshell County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 1,759.
The median annual property tax in Musselshell County is $1,383, which is 23% lower than the Montana state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $221,200. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,383
-23% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,200
-12% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.63%
-18% vs State
-34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,417
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,355
$113/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 | $1,383 -9.1% | 0.63% |
| 2022 | $1,521 +1.7% | 0.68% |
| 2021 | $1,495 +19.9% | 0.76% |
| 2020 | $1,247 +4.4% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,195 | 0.69% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,010
per year
Monthly Tax
$115
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Phillips County
Tax: $1,484/yr Rate: 0.85%
Fergus County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 0.84%
Lake County
Tax: $2,436/yr Rate: 0.66%
Chouteau County
Tax: $1,446/yr Rate: 0.78%
Meagher County
Tax: $1,705/yr Rate: 0.70%
Treasure County
Tax: $1,326/yr Rate: 0.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Musselshell County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Musselshell County is $1,383 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.63% on a median home value of $221,200.
How does Musselshell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Musselshell County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Musselshell County? ▼
In Musselshell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,417 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,355. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Musselshell County? ▼
Property taxes in Musselshell County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $59,010. 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.