Sanders County, Montana Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Montana. Population: 4,361.
The median annual property tax in Sanders County is $1,777, which is 1% lower than the Montana state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $323,800. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,777
-1% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$323,800
+29% vs State
+53% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.55%
-29% vs State
-42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,788
$149/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,769
$147/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 | $1,777 +7.5% | 0.55% |
| 2022 | $1,653 +12.4% | 0.58% |
| 2021 | $1,470 +5.7% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $1,391 +7.0% | 0.55% |
| 2019 | $1,300 | 0.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,035
per year
Monthly Tax
$148
per month
Other Counties in Montana
Stillwater County
Tax: $2,131/yr Rate: 0.60%
Richland County
Tax: $1,935/yr Rate: 0.75%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,204/yr Rate: 1.03%
Beaverhead County
Tax: $1,876/yr Rate: 0.67%
Daniels County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 0.86%
Carter County
Tax: $782/yr Rate: 0.44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sanders County, Montana? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sanders County is $1,777 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.55% on a median home value of $323,800.
How does Sanders County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sanders County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sanders County? ▼
In Sanders County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,788 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,769. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sanders County? ▼
Property taxes in Sanders County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $54,035. 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.