59936 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 59936 (West Glacier, Montana) pay a median of $2,660/year in property taxes on homes valued at $562,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.47%, which is 34% below the Montana state average of 0.71%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 59936 is approximately $222, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Flathead County. This is $775 more than the Montana average of $1,885/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Montana, 59936 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 59759 (0.47%) and 59874 (0.47%).

In West Glacier, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $87,031, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Montana reassesses all property annually at market value with no cap on increases, so your tax bill may rise each year based on market conditions. Flathead County offers Senior Homestead Exemptions (65+ owners, one-year occupancy requirement) and disabled exemptions—confirm your eligibility with the Flathead County Assessor. Submit your exemption application to the Flathead County Assessor within 30 days of closing to apply the exemption to your first tax year.