Beaverhead County Property Taxes

Beaverhead County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

4.1% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$156/mo escrow

#25 of 56 counties in Montana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.67%

vs. Montana Avg4.1% above
vs. National Avg30.3% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$282,000

State avg $251,520

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,143

$179/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,605

$134/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#25

of 56 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Beaverhead County, Montana

Beaverhead's taxes run below national average

At 0.665%, Beaverhead's effective tax rate sits well below the national median of roughly 0.87%, placing the county in the lower half nationally. The median tax bill here is $1,876—nearly 30% less than the national median of $2,690.

Below-average rates across Montana

Beaverhead ranks in the middle tier of Montana counties, with an effective rate 13% below the state average of 0.767%. At $1,876 in median taxes, the county actually trails the state median of $1,802 by just $74, thanks to competitive home values.

Beaverhead sits between Big Horn and Broadwater

Among nearby southwest Montana counties, Beaverhead's 0.665% rate falls between Big Horn's 1.000% and Broadwater's 0.606%. The median home value of $282,000 is the highest in this cluster, balancing the lower tax rate.

Annual tax bill on median home

A median-priced home valued at $282,000 in Beaverhead County carries an annual tax bill of approximately $1,876. For owners with a mortgage, expected taxes run about $2,143 annually.

Consider a property tax appeal

Many Montana homeowners discover their assessments exceed market value and successfully appeal for reductions. If your home's assessed value seems high relative to recent sales in your area, a formal challenge could lower your annual tax burden.

How Beaverhead County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Beaverhead County$1,876
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Beaverhead County

0.67%

Effective rate

Montana Avg

0.72%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Beaverhead County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Beaverhead County, Montana is 0.67%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Beaverhead County?
The median annual property tax payment in Beaverhead County is $1,876. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,143, while those without a mortgage pay $1,605.
How does Beaverhead County compare to the Montana average?
Beaverhead County's effective tax rate of 0.67% is lower than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Beaverhead County is $1,876, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Beaverhead County, Montana?
The median home value in Beaverhead County, Montana is $282,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Beaverhead County a low property tax area in Montana?
Yes — Beaverhead County's effective property tax rate of 0.67% is below the Montana average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax of $1,876 is also comparable to the state average of $1,802, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Beaverhead County rank for property taxes in Montana?
Beaverhead County ranks #25 out of 56 counties in Montana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.67% and median annual tax of $1,876, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.