Garfield County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 286.
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,169, which is 35% lower than the Montana state average and 39% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $178,300. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,169
-35% vs State
-39% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,300
-29% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.66%
-14% vs State
-31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,385
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,033
$86/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 | $1,169 -12.9% | 0.66% |
| 2022 | $1,342 +2.4% | 0.81% |
| 2021 | $1,311 -4.1% | 0.85% |
| 2020 | $1,367 +8.7% | 0.88% |
| 2019 | $1,258 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,750
per year
Monthly Tax
$97
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Wibaux County
Tax: $654/yr Rate: 0.71%
Lewis and Clark County
Tax: $2,886/yr Rate: 0.81%
Dawson County
Tax: $2,199/yr Rate: 1.17%
Musselshell County
Tax: $1,383/yr Rate: 0.63%
Powder River County
Tax: $1,237/yr Rate: 0.83%
Beaverhead County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 0.67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garfield County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garfield County is $1,169 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.66% on a median home value of $178,300.
How does Garfield County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County are 39% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
In Garfield County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,385 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,033. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garfield County? ▼
Property taxes in Garfield County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $61,750. 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.