Park County Property Taxes

Park County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

36.2% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$205/mo escrow

#11 of 56 counties in Montana

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.57%

vs. Montana Avg36.2% above
vs. National Avg8.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$429,700

State avg $251,520

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,382

$199/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,555

$213/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#11

of 56 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Park County, Montana

Park County taxes run below national average

Park County's effective rate of 0.571% ranks among the lowest in America, sitting in the 20th percentile nationally. Although the median tax bill is $2,454, this reflects higher home values—the effective rate itself is genuinely competitive nationally.

Montana's second-cheapest tax rate

At 0.571%, Park County's effective tax rate is the second-lowest in Montana, well below the state average of 0.767%. Only a single Montana county undercuts Park's rate, making it one of the most tax-friendly jurisdictions in the state.

Significantly lower than surrounding counties

Park County's 0.571% rate beats every nearby county, including Musselshell (0.625%), Powell (0.708%), and Petroleum (0.726%). This regional advantage makes Park a standout for property-tax-conscious homebuyers in south-central Montana.

Median home runs $2,454 annually

Park County's median home value is $429,700—the highest among these eight counties—yielding a median tax bill of $2,454 at the 0.571% rate. Mortgage holders pay slightly less ($2,382), while owners without mortgages pay $2,555.

Challenge your assessment if needed

Even in Montana's most tax-efficient county, overassessment happens. If your home's assessed value exceeds recent comparable sales in Park County, you have the right to file a formal appeal—a free process that often results in tax savings.

How Park County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Park County$2,454
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Park 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 Park County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Park 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 Park County?
The median annual property tax payment in Park County is $2,454. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,382, while those without a mortgage pay $2,555.
How does Park County compare to the Montana average?
Park County's effective tax rate of 0.57% is lower than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Park County is $2,454, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Park County, Montana?
The median home value in Park County, Montana is $429,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Park County a low property tax area in Montana?
Yes — Park County's effective property tax rate of 0.57% is below the Montana average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax of $2,454 is also comparable to the state average of $1,802, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Park County rank for property taxes in Montana?
Park County ranks #11 out of 56 counties in Montana by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.57% and median annual tax of $2,454, 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.