Powell County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 1,631.
The median annual property tax in Powell County is $1,809, which is 0% higher than the Montana state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $255,700. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,809
+0% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,700
+2% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
-8% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,870
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,755
$146/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 | $1,809 +5.2% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $1,720 +11.5% | 0.76% |
| 2021 | $1,542 +9.4% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,410 +1.4% | 0.96% |
| 2019 | $1,391 | 0.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,432
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Granite County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 0.61%
Meagher County
Tax: $1,705/yr Rate: 0.70%
Glacier County
Tax: $1,246/yr Rate: 0.81%
Park County
Tax: $2,454/yr Rate: 0.57%
Madison County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 0.41%
Chouteau County
Tax: $1,446/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Powell County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Powell County is $1,809 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $255,700.
How does Powell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Powell County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Powell County? ▼
In Powell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,870 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,755. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Powell County? ▼
Property taxes in Powell County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $63,432. 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.