McCone County, MT Property Taxes (2026)

McCone County owners pay a median of $1,330 a year on a median home value of $197,400, an effective rate of 0.67%. That's the 32nd-highest rate of 56 Montana counties with Census data, below the Montana county median of 0.71%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.67%

32nd highest of 56 in MT

Median annual bill

$1,330

~$111/month

Median home value

$197,400

Montana county median

0.71%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in McCone County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply McCone County's 0.67% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$1,323
Savings at 10–15% off
$132–$198
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McCone County vs. Montana vs. U.S. property tax rates

McCone County0.67%
Montana county median0.71%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: McCone County's effective property tax rate is 0.67%, vs. 0.71% for the median Montana county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 32nd of 56 in Montana. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in McCone County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the McCone Department of Revenue. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The McCone County deadline is Within 30 days of notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the Department of Revenue.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $1,330 bill, 10–15% off is $133–$200 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Montana

Montana homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the McCone Department of Revenue for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in McCone County, Montana?
The median effective property tax rate in McCone County is 0.67%: a median annual bill of $1,330 on a median home value of $197,400. That's the 32nd-highest rate of 56 Montana counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in McCone County?
The median McCone County property tax bill is $1,330 a year, about $111 a month, compared with a Montana county median of $1,719.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in McCone County?
The deadline to appeal in McCone County is Within 30 days of notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is McCone County a high property tax area?
McCone County's 0.67% effective rate is below the Montana county median of 0.71% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 32nd-highest rate of 56 Montana counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my McCone County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Dawson County

Rate: 1.17%

Median bill: $2,199

Richland County

Rate: 0.75%

Median bill: $1,935

Roosevelt County

Rate: 1.29%

Median bill: $1,535

Prairie County

Rate: 0.85%

Median bill: $1,428

Garfield County

Rate: 0.66%

Median bill: $1,169

Valley County

Rate: 1.10%

Median bill: $2,185

Daniels County

Rate: 0.86%

Median bill: $1,533

Wibaux County

Rate: 0.71%

Median bill: $654

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