Stillwater County, MT Property Tax: $2,131/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Stillwater County is 0.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $355,600, that works out to about $2,134 per year, or $178 per month. Stillwater County is located in southern Montana, and is home to approximately 9,052 residents.
About Stillwater County
Stillwater County covers approximately 1,796.5 square miles in Montana. The county is home to about 9,052 residents living in roughly 4,657 housing units, of which 67.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $81,503, and the median home was built in 1985.
Stillwater County borders Carbon County, Golden Valley County, Park County, Sweet Grass 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 Stillwater County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Stillwater County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stillwater County, MT | 0.60% | $355,600 | $2,134 |
| Montana state average | 0.77% | — | $2,738* |
| Carbon County | 0.55% | $379,300 | $2,080 |
| Golden Valley County | 0.51% | $203,900 | $1,038 |
| Park County | 0.57% | $429,700 | $2,454 |
| Sweet Grass County | 0.49% | $295,500 | $1,452 |
| Yellowstone County | 0.84% | $317,600 | $2,669 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Stillwater County's median home value of $355,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Stillwater County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Montana?
At 0.60%, Stillwater County is lower than the Montana state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $355,600, that means about $2,134 per year — versus $2,738 at the state average rate, a difference of $604 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Stillwater County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Stillwater County?
For a home at the county median value of $355,600, the annual property tax in Stillwater County is approximately $2,134 — or about $178 per month. For a home worth $533,400, expect around $3,200 per year. For a $711,200 home, approximately $4,267 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Stillwater County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Stillwater County are handled by the Stillwater 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 Stillwater 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 0.60% shown here. Contact the Stillwater 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