Wibaux County, MT Property Tax: $654/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Wibaux County is 0.71% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $92,300, that works out to about $655 per year, or $55 per month. Wibaux County is located in eastern Montana, and is home to approximately 1,148 residents.
About Wibaux County
Wibaux County covers approximately 889.6 square miles in Montana. The county is home to about 1,148 residents living in roughly 596 housing units, of which 58.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $64,792, and the median home was built in 1967.
Wibaux County borders Dawson County, Fallon County, Prairie County, Richland County, Golden Valley 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 Wibaux County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Wibaux County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wibaux County, MT | 0.71% | $92,300 | $655 |
| Montana state average | 0.77% | — | $711* |
| Dawson County | 1.17% | $187,400 | $2,199 |
| Fallon County | 0.57% | $237,000 | $1,359 |
| Prairie County | 0.85% | $167,100 | $1,428 |
| Richland County | 0.75% | $259,000 | $1,935 |
| Golden Valley County | 0.93% | $119,200 | $1,109 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Wibaux County's median home value of $92,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wibaux County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Montana?
At 0.71%, Wibaux County is lower than the Montana state average of 0.77%. On a home at the county median of $92,300, that means about $655 per year — versus $711 at the state average rate, a difference of $56 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Wibaux County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Wibaux County?
For a home at the county median value of $92,300, the annual property tax in Wibaux County is approximately $655 — or about $55 per month. For a home worth $138,450, expect around $983 per year. For a $184,600 home, approximately $1,311 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Wibaux County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Wibaux County are handled by the Wibaux 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 Wibaux 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 0.71% shown here. Contact the Wibaux 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