Big Horn County, MT Property Tax: $1,482/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Big Horn County is 1.00% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $148,200, that works out to about $1,482 per year, or $124 per month. Big Horn County is located in southern Montana, and is home to approximately 12,963 residents.
About Big Horn County
Big Horn County covers approximately 4,997.8 square miles in Montana. The county is home to about 12,963 residents living in roughly 4,533 housing units, of which 55.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $56,680, and the median home was built in 1976.
Big Horn County borders Carbon County, Powder River County, Rosebud County, Treasure County, Yellowstone County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Montana
Property taxes in Montana are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Montana offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Big Horn County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Big Horn County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Horn County, MT | 1.00% | $148,200 | $1,482 |
| Montana state average | 0.77% | — | $1,141* |
| Carbon County | 0.55% | $379,300 | $2,080 |
| Powder River County | 0.83% | $149,400 | $1,237 |
| Rosebud County | 0.63% | $188,900 | $1,191 |
| Treasure County | 0.62% | $215,300 | $1,326 |
| Yellowstone County | 0.84% | $317,600 | $2,669 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Big Horn County's median home value of $148,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Big Horn County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Montana?
At 1.00%, Big Horn County is higher than the Montana state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $148,200, that means about $1,482 per year — versus $1,141 at the state average rate, a difference of $341 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Big Horn County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Big Horn County?
For a home at the county median value of $148,200, the annual property tax in Big Horn County is approximately $1,482 — or about $124 per month. For a home worth $222,300, expect around $2,223 per year. For a $296,400 home, approximately $2,964 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Big Horn County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Big Horn County are handled by the Big Horn County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Big Horn County?
Montana counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.00% shown here. Contact the Big Horn County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File