Lewis and Clark County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 21,363.
The median annual property tax in Lewis and Clark County is $2,886, which is 60% higher than the Montana state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $358,200. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,886
+60% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$358,200
+42% vs State
+69% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+5% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,973
$248/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,744
$229/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 | $2,886 +2.8% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $2,807 +9.7% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $2,559 +3.5% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $2,472 +5.9% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $2,335 | 0.96% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,543
per year
Monthly Tax
$241
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Granite County
Tax: $2,061/yr Rate: 0.61%
Blaine County
Tax: $1,901/yr Rate: 1.52%
Sweet Grass County
Tax: $1,452/yr Rate: 0.49%
Broadwater County
Tax: $2,210/yr Rate: 0.61%
Pondera County
Tax: $1,584/yr Rate: 0.88%
Ravalli County
Tax: $2,303/yr Rate: 0.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lewis and Clark County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lewis and Clark County is $2,886 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $358,200.
How does Lewis and Clark County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis and Clark County are 50% above 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 Lewis and Clark County? ▼
In Lewis and Clark County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,973 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,744. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lewis and Clark County? ▼
Property taxes in Lewis and Clark County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $74,543. 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.