Fallon County Property Taxes

Fallon County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

24.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$113/mo escrow

#12 of 56 counties in Montana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.57%

vs. Montana Avg24.6% below
vs. National Avg49.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$237,000

State avg $251,520

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,346

$112/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,379

$115/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#12

of 56 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Fallon County, Montana

Fallon County taxes are among lowest nationally

Fallon County's effective tax rate of 0.573% ranks in the 25th percentile nationwide, putting it among America's lowest-tax counties. The median annual tax of $1,359 trails the national median of $2,690, thanks partly to both low rates and moderate home values averaging $237,000.

Montana's most tax-friendly county

At 0.573%, Fallon County has the lowest effective tax rate of any Montana county, 25% below the state average of 0.767%. The median property tax of $1,359 represents the lowest in the state, offering homeowners significant savings compared to peers statewide.

Fallon leads the region in tax relief

Fallon County's 0.573% rate dramatically undercuts every neighboring county, including Custer (1.098%), Dawson (1.173%), and Fergus (0.843%). The county stands as a tax haven within eastern and central Montana.

Annual taxes on a Fallon County property

A median-valued home of $237,000 carries an annual property tax of roughly $1,359 in Fallon County. The figure drops slightly to $1,346 for mortgaged properties and rises modestly to $1,379 for properties owned outright.

Ensure your Fallon assessment stays accurate

Even in low-tax counties, overassessment can occur, eroding the natural tax advantage Fallon residents enjoy. Periodically confirming your assessed value with the assessor keeps your tax bill fair and may reveal savings you're leaving on the table.

How Fallon County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fallon County$1,359
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Fallon County

0.57%

Effective rate

Montana Avg

0.72%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fallon County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Fallon County, Montana is 0.57%. 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 Fallon County?
The median annual property tax payment in Fallon County is $1,359. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,346, while those without a mortgage pay $1,379.
How does Fallon County compare to the Montana average?
Fallon County's effective tax rate of 0.57% is lower than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Fallon County is $1,359, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Fallon County, Montana?
The median home value in Fallon County, Montana is $237,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Fallon County a low property tax area in Montana?
Yes — Fallon County's effective property tax rate of 0.57% is below the Montana average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax of $1,359 is also lower the state average of $1,802, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Fallon County rank for property taxes in Montana?
Fallon County ranks #12 out of 56 counties in Montana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.57% and median annual tax of $1,359, it falls in the lower 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.