Sweet Grass County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 1,140.
The median annual property tax in Sweet Grass County is $1,452, which is 19% lower than the Montana state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $295,500. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,452
-19% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$295,500
+17% vs State
+40% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
-36% vs State
-48% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,918
$160/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,328
$111/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 | $1,452 -1.4% | 0.49% |
| 2022 | $1,472 -3.3% | 0.54% |
| 2021 | $1,523 +6.6% | 0.63% |
| 2020 | $1,429 -7.8% | 0.59% |
| 2019 | $1,550 | 0.61% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,426
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Valley County
Tax: $2,185/yr Rate: 1.10%
Rosebud County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 0.63%
Golden Valley County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Big Horn County
Tax: $1,482/yr Rate: 1.00%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 1.29%
Wibaux County
Tax: $654/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sweet Grass County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sweet Grass County is $1,452 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.49% on a median home value of $295,500.
How does Sweet Grass County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sweet Grass County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sweet Grass County? ▼
In Sweet Grass County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,918 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,328. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sweet Grass County? ▼
Property taxes in Sweet Grass County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $69,426. 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.