| County | Median Property Taxes ↓ | With Mortgage | Without Mortgage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missoula County | $3,833 | $3,958 | $3,521 |
| Gallatin County | $3,625 | $3,641 | $3,593 |
| Lewis and Clark County | $2,886 | $2,973 | $2,744 |
| Flathead County | $2,867 | $2,928 | $2,767 |
| Yellowstone County | $2,669 | $2,701 | $2,612 |
| Park County | $2,454 | $2,382 | $2,555 |
| Lake County | $2,436 | $2,613 | $2,176 |
| Silver Bow County | $2,357 | $2,449 | $2,227 |
| Ravalli County | $2,303 | $2,361 | $2,202 |
| Jefferson County | $2,274 | $2,408 | $2,122 |
| Custer County | $2,242 | $2,352 | $2,117 |
| Cascade County | $2,236 | $2,292 | $2,139 |
| Broadwater County | $2,210 | $2,267 | $2,083 |
| Dawson County | $2,199 | $2,493 | $2,008 |
| Valley County | $2,185 | $2,360 | $1,996 |
| Stillwater County | $2,131 | $2,340 | $1,864 |
| Carbon County | $2,080 | $1,980 | $2,219 |
| Granite County | $2,061 | $2,136 | $1,998 |
| Hill County | $2,026 | $2,243 | $1,709 |
| Richland County | $1,935 | $2,297 | $1,669 |
| Teton County | $1,929 | $2,000 | $1,857 |
| Blaine County | $1,901 | $1,943 | $1,821 |
| Beaverhead County | $1,876 | $2,143 | $1,605 |
| Powell County | $1,809 | $1,870 | $1,755 |
| Toole County | $1,805 | $2,040 | $1,439 |
| Madison County | $1,800 | $1,773 | $1,813 |
| Sanders County | $1,777 | $1,788 | $1,769 |
| Mineral County | $1,728 | $1,957 | $1,441 |
| Fergus County | $1,709 | $1,756 | $1,636 |
| Deer Lodge County | $1,706 | $1,942 | $1,458 |
| Meagher County | $1,705 | $1,523 | $1,750 |
| Pondera County | $1,584 | $1,486 | $1,670 |
| Roosevelt County | $1,535 | $1,767 | $1,431 |
| Daniels County | $1,533 | $1,884 | $1,234 |
| Lincoln County | $1,499 | $1,565 | $1,431 |
| Phillips County | $1,484 | $1,915 | $1,297 |
| Big Horn County | $1,482 | $1,432 | $1,528 |
| Sweet Grass County | $1,452 | $1,918 | $1,328 |
| Chouteau County | $1,446 | $1,487 | $1,422 |
| Sheridan County | $1,436 | $1,475 | $1,417 |
| Prairie County | $1,428 | $0 | $1,463 |
| Musselshell County | $1,383 | $1,417 | $1,355 |
| Fallon County | $1,359 | $1,346 | $1,379 |
| McCone County | $1,330 | $1,942 | $1,198 |
| Treasure County | $1,326 | $1,565 | $1,233 |
| Petroleum County | $1,261 | $1,672 | $1,107 |
| Glacier County | $1,246 | $1,416 | $970 |
| Powder River County | $1,237 | $1,290 | $1,173 |
| Liberty County | $1,204 | $1,875 | $927 |
| Rosebud County | $1,191 | $1,608 | $911 |
| Garfield County | $1,169 | $1,385 | $1,033 |
| Wheatland County | $1,122 | $1,358 | $935 |
| Golden Valley County | $1,038 | $1,523 | $783 |
| Judith Basin County | $971 | $1,050 | $950 |
| Carter County | $782 | $1,208 | $662 |
| Wibaux County | $654 | $772 | $554 |
In Montana, property tax rates vary by county. The median property tax paid across all 56 counties is $1,801.89. Property taxes are a significant source of local government funding, used to support public schools, infrastructure, and essential services. Montana residents typically pay moderate property taxes compared to the national average.
Leading the state in property tax rates, Missoula County County residents contribute a median of $3,833 annually. Property owners with active mortgages face an average payment of $3,958, while those who own their homes outright still pay $3,521. These substantial rates typically correspond to areas with robust public services, high property values, and strong community amenities.
At the other end of the spectrum, Wibaux County County maintains the most modest property tax burden at $654. Mortgage holders in the area can expect to pay approximately $772 annually, with mortgage-free homeowners contributing $554. These reduced rates often indicate more conservative municipal spending, different funding approaches for public services, or areas with lower property valuations.