Broadwater County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 2,373.
The median annual property tax in Broadwater County is $2,210, which is 23% higher than the Montana state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $364,800. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,210
+23% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$364,800
+45% vs State
+72% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.61%
-21% vs State
-36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,267
$189/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,083
$174/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 | $2,210 +6.1% | 0.61% |
| 2022 | $2,083 +20.0% | 0.62% |
| 2021 | $1,736 +7.0% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $1,622 +3.7% | 0.68% |
| 2019 | $1,564 | 0.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,636
per year
Monthly Tax
$184
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Dawson County
Tax: $2,199/yr Rate: 1.17%
Fergus County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 0.84%
Roosevelt County
Tax: $1,535/yr Rate: 1.29%
Sweet Grass County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.49%
Flathead County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.61%
Musselshell County
Tax: $1,383/yr Rate: 0.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Broadwater County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Broadwater County is $2,210 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.61% on a median home value of $364,800.
How does Broadwater County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Broadwater County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Broadwater County? ▼
In Broadwater County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,267 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,083. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Broadwater County? ▼
Property taxes in Broadwater County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $63,636. 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.