Property Tax in Fort Benton

Chouteau County, Montana

Fort Benton has a median effective property tax rate of 1.15%. For a $300,000 home, the estimated annual tax is $3,437 ($286/month). This is above the Chouteau County average of 0.77% and above the Montana state average of 0.84%.

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Calculate your estimated property tax in Fort Benton, Chouteau County, Montana

50th Percentile (Median):
1.146%
$50K$10M

Annual Property Tax

$1,718

Monthly Property Tax

$143

* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.

Tax Rate Breakdown

Property tax rates in Fort Benton, Chouteau County, Montana

25th Percentile

LOW

0.984%

25% of properties pay this rate or less

50th Percentile (Median)

TYPICAL

1.146%

50% of properties pay this rate or less

75th Percentile

HIGH

1.222%

25% of properties pay more than this rate

These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.

Understanding the Range

The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.238%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.

Fort Benton Property Tax vs. County, State & National

Fort Benton (this city)1.146%
Chouteau County average▼ lower0.768%
Montana state average▼ lower0.840%
National median▼ lower1.070%

State averages sourced from Tax Foundation 2024 data. National median: 1.07%.

Estimated Annual Property Tax in Fort Benton, Chouteau County, Montana

Based on the median rate of 1.146%. Actual taxes depend on assessed value and local exemptions.

Home ValueAnnual TaxMonthly Equivalent
$150,000$1,718$143/mo
$250,000$2,864$239/mo
$350,000$4,010$334/mo
$500,000$5,728$477/mo
$750,000$8,592$716/mo
$1,000,000$11,456$955/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

The median property tax rate in Fort Benton, Chouteau County, Montana is 1.15%. This means for a home valued at $200,000, you would pay approximately $2291 in annual property taxes.

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About Property Taxes in Chouteau County

Property tax rates can vary significantly between cities within the same county. Factors such as local services, school districts, and municipal budgets influence these differences. Use our calculator to estimate your property tax for any city in Chouteau County, Montana.