Golden Valley County Property Taxes

Golden Valley County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

42.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$87/mo escrow

#5 of 56 counties in Montana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.51%

vs. Montana Avg42.4% below
vs. National Avg61.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$203,900

State avg $251,520

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,523

$127/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$783

$65/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#5

of 56 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Golden Valley County, Montana

Golden Valley offers Montana's lowest taxes

Golden Valley's effective rate of 0.509% ranks among the lowest in the nation, well below the 0.84% national median. At just $1,038 in median property taxes, it delivers exceptional tax relief compared to the $2,690 national median.

Second-lowest tax rate in Montana

Golden Valley's 0.509% effective rate ranks second-best statewide, trailing only Judith Basin's 0.453%. Montana homeowners save roughly $764 annually compared to this county, making it a tax haven for budget-conscious property owners.

Best rate in the central Montana region

Golden Valley's 0.509% tax rate beats every neighboring county, edging out Judith Basin (0.453%) and Garfield (0.656%). Only Judith Basin offers comparable relief in this part of the state.

About $1,038 yearly on median home

The median Golden Valley property, valued at $203,900, generates annual taxes of just $1,038—less than $87 per month. Homeowners with mortgages pay an additional $485 annually through escrow.

Still verify your assessment annually

Even in low-tax counties, property assessments can drift above fair market value, inflating your bill. Review Golden Valley's assessment notices and consider filing an appeal if your home's valuation exceeds recent arm's-length sales nearby.

How Golden Valley County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Golden Valley County$1,038
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Golden Valley County

0.51%

Effective rate

Montana Avg

0.72%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Golden Valley County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Golden Valley County, Montana is 0.51%. 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 Golden Valley County?
The median annual property tax payment in Golden Valley County is $1,038. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,523, while those without a mortgage pay $783.
How does Golden Valley County compare to the Montana average?
Golden Valley County's effective tax rate of 0.51% is lower than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Golden Valley County is $1,038, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Golden Valley County, Montana?
The median home value in Golden Valley County, Montana is $203,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Golden Valley County a low property tax area in Montana?
Yes — Golden Valley County's effective property tax rate of 0.51% is below the Montana average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax of $1,038 is also lower the state average of $1,802, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Golden Valley County rank for property taxes in Montana?
Golden Valley County ranks #5 out of 56 counties in Montana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.51% and median annual tax of $1,038, 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.