Missoula County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 30,808.
The median annual property tax in Missoula County is $3,833, which is 113% higher than the Montana state average and 99% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $423,100. Property taxes represent 5.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,833
+113% vs State
+99% vs US
Median Home Value
$423,100
+68% vs State
+100% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
+18% vs State
-4% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,958
$330/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,521
$293/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 | $3,833 +7.2% | 0.91% |
| 2022 | $3,576 +8.3% | 0.94% |
| 2021 | $3,302 +8.7% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $3,037 +7.5% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $2,824 | 0.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,246
per year
Monthly Tax
$319
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Deer Lodge County
Tax: $1,706/yr Rate: 0.81%
Ravalli County
Tax: $2,303/yr Rate: 0.53%
Flathead County
Tax: $2,867/yr Rate: 0.61%
Pondera County
Tax: $1,584/yr Rate: 0.88%
Mineral County
Tax: $1,728/yr Rate: 0.55%
Powell County
Tax: $1,809/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Missoula County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Missoula County is $3,833 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.91% on a median home value of $423,100.
How does Missoula County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Missoula County are 99% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.91% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Missoula County? ▼
In Missoula County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,958 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,521. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Missoula County? ▼
Property taxes in Missoula County represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $71,246. 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.