Richland County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 3,141.
The median annual property tax in Richland County is $1,935, which is 7% higher than the Montana state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $259,000. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,935
+7% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$259,000
+3% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.75%
-3% vs State
-21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,297
$191/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,669
$139/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 | $1,935 +6.0% | 0.75% |
| 2022 | $1,825 +4.2% | 0.74% |
| 2021 | $1,752 +7.1% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $1,636 +10.5% | 0.71% |
| 2019 | $1,481 | 0.64% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,578
per year
Monthly Tax
$161
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Sweet Grass County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.49%
Prairie County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 0.85%
Beaverhead County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 0.67%
Fergus County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 0.84%
Lake County
Tax: $2,436/yr Rate: 0.66%
Pondera County
Tax: $1,584/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Richland County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Richland County is $1,935 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.75% on a median home value of $259,000.
How does Richland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Richland County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Richland County? ▼
In Richland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,297 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,669. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Richland County? ▼
Property taxes in Richland County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $69,578. 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.