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Pondera County

Pondera County, Montana

Effective Tax Rate

0.88%

Median Annual Tax

$1,584

How Pondera County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Pondera County$1,584
Montana State Average$1,802
National Average$1,924

Pondera County

0.88%

Effective rate

Montana Avg

0.72%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,486

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,670

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,584

Monthly Escrow

$132

Effective Rate

0.88%

vs. Montana State Average▼ 12.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 41.1% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Pondera County, Montana?
The effective property tax rate in Pondera County, Montana is 0.88%. 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 Pondera County?
The median annual property tax payment in Pondera County is $1,584. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,486, while those without a mortgage pay $1,670.
How does Pondera County compare to the Montana average?
Pondera County's effective tax rate of 0.88% is higher than the Montana state average of 0.72%. The median annual property tax in Pondera County is $1,584, compared to the state average of $1,802.
What is the median home value in Pondera County, Montana?
The median home value in Pondera County, Montana is $179,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Montana?
Property taxes in Montana are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Daniels County(MT)

Rate0.86%
Median Tax$1,533

Missoula County(MT)

Rate0.91%
Median Tax$3,833

Prairie County(MT)

Rate0.85%
Median Tax$1,428

Cascade County(MT)

Rate0.92%
Median Tax$2,236
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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.

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