Dawson County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 2,687.
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $2,199, which is 22% higher than the Montana state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $187,400. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,199
+22% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,400
-25% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
+52% vs State
+23% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,493
$208/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,008
$167/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 | $2,199 +1.3% | 1.17% |
| 2022 | $2,171 +11.8% | 1.10% |
| 2021 | $1,942 +3.7% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,872 +9.5% | 1.23% |
| 2019 | $1,710 | 1.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,953
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Toole County
Tax: $1,805/yr Rate: 0.96%
Golden Valley County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Garfield County
Tax: $1,169/yr Rate: 0.66%
Phillips County
Tax: $1,484/yr Rate: 0.85%
Gallatin County
Tax: $3,625/yr Rate: 0.60%
Flathead County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dawson County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $2,199 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.17% on a median home value of $187,400.
How does Dawson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.17% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
In Dawson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,493 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,008. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $70,953. 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.