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Montana Property Tax Estimator

Estimate property tax for any county in Montana, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 56 counties.

Lowest county rate

0.20%

Carter County

Highest county rate

1.26%

Liberty County

Counties covered

56

Data vintage

2024

Beaverhead County median effective rate0.51%
County median tax paid (2024)$2,069
Rates updated for June 2026

Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Beaverhead County

Estimated annual

$1,530

Estimated monthly

$128

This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.

This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.

Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts

Montana property tax rates by county

Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.

CountyMedian tax paidMedian effective rateYoY change
Liberty County$1,5701.26%+26.5%
Daniels County$1,6101.04%+1.9%
Sheridan County$1,5211.01%+2.7%
Dawson County$2,1101.00%-6.9%
Valley County$2,3330.92%+3.6%
Hill County$1,9800.90%-5.2%
Silver Bow County$2,5000.84%+2.9%
Custer County$2,2640.80%-2.0%
Missoula County$4,1500.78%+5.0%
Cascade County$2,3200.77%+0.6%
Fergus County$1,7690.77%+0.4%
McCone County$1,4290.74%+4.2%
Yellowstone County$2,8320.74%+2.9%
Lewis and Clark County$3,1130.73%+4.6%
Pondera County$1,6510.73%+1.1%
Richland County$1,9340.72%-3.0%
Teton County$1,9870.72%-0.1%
Blaine County$2,0800.68%+6.1%
Roosevelt County$1,5220.67%-3.8%
Deer Lodge County$1,8030.66%+2.5%
Toole County$1,9080.66%+2.5%
Chouteau County$1,5660.64%+5.1%
Wibaux County$5980.59%-11.3%
Petroleum County$1,2110.57%-6.8%
Big Horn County$1,5740.56%+3.0%
Garfield County$1,0520.56%-12.7%
Gallatin County$3,9330.55%+5.2%
Stillwater County$2,3190.55%+5.6%
Flathead County$3,1200.54%+5.6%
Phillips County$1,5510.54%+1.4%
Powell County$2,1040.53%+12.8%
Beaverhead County$2,0690.51%+7.0%
Jefferson County$2,4460.51%+4.3%
Musselshell County$1,2870.51%-9.7%
Rosebud County$1,2850.51%+4.7%
Broadwater County$2,3840.50%+4.6%
Judith Basin County$1,0660.50%+6.5%
Lincoln County$1,6150.50%+4.5%
Mineral County$1,7580.50%-1.3%
Glacier County$1,3910.49%+8.3%
Prairie County$1,3910.49%-5.5%
Lake County$2,5610.48%+2.0%
Treasure County$1,3640.48%-0.2%
Wheatland County$1,0130.48%-12.4%
Sanders County$1,8890.46%+3.1%
Fallon County$1,2200.43%-12.9%
Carbon County$2,2810.42%+6.4%
Granite County$2,1300.42%+0.3%
Meagher County$1,7250.42%-1.9%
Ravalli County$2,3800.41%+0.2%
Park County$2,6410.38%+4.4%
Golden Valley County$1,1320.36%+5.8%
Sweet Grass County$1,6150.36%+7.9%
Madison County$1,9370.34%+4.4%
Powder River County$1,3040.32%+2.3%
Carter County$9040.20%+12.1%

Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.

Frequently asked questions

What is the property tax rate in Montana?
Montana's effective property tax rate varies significantly by county — from about 0.20% in Carter County to about 1.26% in Liberty County. This is based on the median amount homeowners actually pay relative to their home's value (US Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey), not a single statutory rate. Select your county above to see its specific median rate.
What county has the highest property tax rate in Montana?
Liberty County has the highest median effective property tax rate in Montana, at approximately 1.26%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 1.26% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
What county has the lowest property tax rate in Montana?
Carter County has the lowest median effective property tax rate in Montana, at approximately 0.20%. This means homeowners there typically pay about 0.20% of their home's value in property tax each year, based on US Census Bureau data. Actual bills vary by individual assessment and any exemptions.
Why is this an estimate and not my exact property tax bill?
Property tax in Montana, like everywhere in the US, is calculated using your home's assessed value and the local mill rate set by your county, city, and school district — not a flat statewide percentage. Our estimator uses the county median effective rate (what a typical homeowner actually pays, relative to home value) to give you a reasonable estimate. Your actual bill depends on your specific assessment and any exemptions you qualify for.