Glacier County Property Taxes

Glacier County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

30.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$104/mo escrow

#34 of 56 counties in Montana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.81%

vs. Montana Avg30.9% below
vs. National Avg53.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$153,400

State avg $251,520

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,416

$118/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$970

$81/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#34

of 56 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Glacier County, Montana

Glacier's tax rate outpaces national average

Glacier County's effective rate of 0.812% exceeds the national median of 0.84% slightly, placing it in the middle range of U.S. counties. The $1,246 median property tax is still just 46% of the national median of $2,690, reflecting lower property values in this rural region.

Above-average for Montana rural counties

At 0.812% effective rate, Glacier ranks in the middle-to-upper tier of Montana's 56 counties, above the state average of 0.767%. Homeowners here pay about $556 more annually than the typical Montanan at median property values.

Highest among regional peers

Glacier's 0.812% tax rate tops nearby Garfield (0.656%) and Golden Valley (0.509%), making it the pricier option in this northwest corridor. Despite higher rates, the median home value of $153,400 keeps absolute tax bills moderate.

About $1,246 yearly on median home

A median Glacier County home valued at $153,400 results in an annual property tax of $1,246, or roughly $104 per month. Add approximately $170 more per year if you carry a mortgage and pay taxes in escrow.

Appeal inflated assessments to reduce bills

Overassessment is common even in lower-value counties—a property might be assessed above recent comparable sales. Glacier County property owners can file formal tax appeals to challenge valuations and potentially recover hundreds in overpaid taxes.

How Glacier County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Glacier County$1,246
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Glacier County

0.81%

Effective rate

Montana Avg

0.72%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Glacier County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Glacier County, Montana is 0.81%. 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 Glacier County?
The median annual property tax payment in Glacier County is $1,246. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,416, while those without a mortgage pay $970.
How does Glacier County compare to the Montana average?
Glacier County's effective tax rate of 0.81% is higher than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Glacier County is $1,246, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Glacier County, Montana?
The median home value in Glacier County, Montana is $153,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Glacier County property tax rate higher than the Montana average?
Glacier County's effective property tax rate of 0.81% is higher than the Montana average of 0.72%. This difference of 0.10% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Glacier County rank for property taxes in Montana?
Glacier County ranks #34 out of 56 counties in Montana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.81% and median annual tax of $1,246, 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.