Deer Lodge County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 3,168.
The median annual property tax in Deer Lodge County is $1,706, which is 5% lower than the Montana state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $209,700. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,706
-5% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$209,700
-17% vs State
-1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+5% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,942
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,458
$122/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 | $1,706 +9.1% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $1,564 -0.4% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,570 +11.4% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,409 -0.7% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $1,419 | 1.08% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$49,533
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Blaine County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 1.52%
Granite County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 0.61%
Carter County
Tax: $782/yr Rate: 0.44%
Stillwater County
Tax: $2,131/yr Rate: 0.60%
Missoula County
Tax: $3,833/yr Rate: 0.91%
Daniels County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 0.86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Deer Lodge County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Deer Lodge County is $1,706 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $209,700.
How does Deer Lodge County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Deer Lodge County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Deer Lodge County? ▼
In Deer Lodge County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,942 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,458. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Deer Lodge County? ▼
Property taxes in Deer Lodge County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $49,533. 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.