Meagher County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 739.
The median annual property tax in Meagher County is $1,705, which is 5% lower than the Montana state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $244,400. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,705
-5% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$244,400
-3% vs State
+16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-9% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,523
$127/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,750
$146/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 | $1,705 +19.5% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $1,427 +19.1% | 0.69% |
| 2021 | $1,198 +6.0% | 0.67% |
| 2020 | $1,130 -3.0% | 0.66% |
| 2019 | $1,165 | 0.76% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,215
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Dawson County
Tax: $2,199/yr Rate: 1.17%
Custer County
Tax: $2,242/yr Rate: 1.10%
Carter County
Tax: $782/yr Rate: 0.44%
Madison County
Tax: $1,800/yr Rate: 0.41%
Musselshell County
Tax: $1,383/yr Rate: 0.63%
Petroleum County
Tax: $1,261/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Meagher County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Meagher County is $1,705 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $244,400.
How does Meagher County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Meagher County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Meagher County? ▼
In Meagher County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,523 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,750. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Meagher County? ▼
Property taxes in Meagher County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $56,215. 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.