Yellowstone County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 48,014.
The median annual property tax in Yellowstone County is $2,669, which is 48% higher than the Montana state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $317,600. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,669
+48% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$317,600
+26% vs State
+50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
+9% vs State
-12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,701
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,612
$218/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 | $2,669 +4.4% | 0.84% |
| 2022 | $2,556 +7.7% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $2,373 +6.0% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $2,238 +5.7% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $2,117 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,400
per year
Monthly Tax
$222
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Prairie County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 0.85%
Fallon County
Tax: $1,359/yr Rate: 0.57%
Gallatin County
Tax: $3,625/yr Rate: 0.60%
Silver Bow County
Tax: $2,357/yr Rate: 1.05%
Sheridan County
Tax: $1,436/yr Rate: 1.29%
Carter County
Tax: $782/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Yellowstone County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Yellowstone County is $2,669 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.84% on a median home value of $317,600.
How does Yellowstone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Yellowstone County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.84% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Yellowstone County? ▼
In Yellowstone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,701 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,612. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Yellowstone County? ▼
Property taxes in Yellowstone County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $74,400. 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.