Hill County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 4,160.
The median annual property tax in Hill County is $2,026, which is 12% higher than the Montana state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $187,600. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,026
+12% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$187,600
-25% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.08%
+40% vs State
+14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,243
$187/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,709
$142/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 | $2,026 +0.3% | 1.08% |
| 2022 | $2,019 +10.3% | 1.10% |
| 2021 | $1,830 +6.0% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,727 +1.8% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,697 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,313
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Granite County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 0.61%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,728/yr Rate: 0.55%
Lewis and Clark County
Tax: $2,886/yr Rate: 0.81%
Golden Valley County
Tax: $1,038/yr Rate: 0.51%
Custer County
Tax: $2,242/yr Rate: 1.10%
Fergus County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 0.84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hill County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hill County is $2,026 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $187,600.
How does Hill County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hill County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hill County? ▼
In Hill County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,243 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,709. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hill County? ▼
Property taxes in Hill County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $55,313. 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.