Custer County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 3,455.
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $2,242, which is 24% higher than the Montana state average and 17% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $204,200. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,242
+24% vs State
+17% vs US
Median Home Value
$204,200
-19% vs State
-3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+43% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,352
$196/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,117
$176/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 | $2,242 +5.4% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $2,127 +6.8% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,991 +8.3% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,838 +4.1% | 1.05% |
| 2019 | $1,766 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,585
per year
Monthly Tax
$187
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Rosebud County
Tax: $1,191/yr Rate: 0.63%
Missoula County
Tax: $3,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
Flathead County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.61%
Beaverhead County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 0.67%
Powder River County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.83%
Roosevelt County
Tax: $1,535/yr Rate: 1.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Custer County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Custer County is $2,242 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $204,200.
How does Custer County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County are 17% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Custer County? ▼
In Custer County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,352 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,117. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Custer County? ▼
Property taxes in Custer County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $63,585. 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.