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Safe Rate LocalBeaverhead County High index·Updated August 17, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Rates in Beaverhead County High

6.057%Rate
6.828%APR
$2,333monthly mortgage payment
$0points (0 pts)
Loan Amount $359,384; and Downpayment $12,810
Local Fast Facts
MT03090
Typical Home Value
$366,013
YoY Appreciation
+10.2%
Area Median Income
$61,005
Estimated Property Taxes
$1,974/yr
Est. Property Tax Rate
0.54%
Conforming Loan Limit (1-unit)
$806,501
FHA Loan Limit (1-unit)
$524,225
Jumbo Threshold (1-unit)
> $806,501
Average Loan to Value
69.7%

Select your Scenario

3.5% Down (minimum)

6.057%

30-year fixed

Payment$2,333/mo
Down$12,810
Loan$359,384

10% Down

6.057%

30-year fixed · shorter MIP

Payment$2,175/mo
Down$36,601
Loan$335,176

15-Year FHA

6.057%

Faster payoff

Payment$3,208/mo
Down$12,810
Loan$359,384

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First-Time Homebuyer Programs in Beaverhead County High

Compare the top low-down-payment programs side by side

FHA
Min. down3.5% ($12,810)
Min. credit580+
Rate6.057%
Est. P&I$2,469/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$162/mo
Easiest credit qualification
MIP for life of loan (<10% down)
VA
Min. down0% ($0)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.049%
Est. P&I$2,566/mo
0% down, no monthly mortgage insurance
VA eligibility required; funding fee applies
HomeReady
Min. down3% ($10,980)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.816%
Est. P&I$2,640/mo
Est. MIP/PMI+$222/mo
Reduced PMI vs standard conventional
Income limits apply by area
Conventional 20% down
Min. down20% ($73,203)
Min. credit620+
Rate6.905%
Est. P&I$2,197/mo
No PMI; lowest long-term cost
Largest upfront down payment
Pro tip for first-time buyers in Beaverhead County High

Most states offer first-time homebuyer assistance programs that can be stacked with FHA or HomeReady loans — covering down payment or closing cost assistance. Ask your Safe Rate loan officer about programs available in Montana for additional savings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are current first-time homebuyer rates today in Beaverhead County High, MT?

Today's leading benchmark rate for first-time homebuyer rates in Beaverhead County High, MT is 6.905% (with an estimated monthly payment of $2,197). Calibrated directly to Beaverhead County High, MT's local housing market, Safe Rate shows up-to-the-minute interest rates and points across Conventional, FHA, VA, and Jumbo loan programs daily.

What is the recent trend for first-time homebuyer rates in Beaverhead County High, MT?

Mortgage rates for first-time homebuyer rates have shown typical daily fluctuations driven by inflation data and bond yields. Over the past 90 days, rates for first-time homebuyer rates in Beaverhead County High, MT have hovered between a low of 6.531% and a high of 6.983%. You can track these daily movements by using the 90-day rate history and trajectory chart featured on this page.

Is an FHA or Conventional loan more cost-effective in Beaverhead County High, MT?

Choosing between FHA and Conventional depends on your down payment budget and credit score. For a typical home priced at $366,013 in Beaverhead County High, MT, a standard 20%-down Conventional loan requires an upfront cash down payment of $73,203 but keeps your monthly payment lower at $2,197/mo (at 6.905% interest) with no monthly PMI. In comparison, an FHA loan requires only $12,810 (3.5% down) but has an estimated payment of $2,469/mo (at 6.057% interest) due to mandatory FHA mortgage insurance (MIP). Local Nuance: The typical local FHA loan amount of $353,203 falls comfortably within the local HUD FHA loan limit of $524,225 (1-unit), making FHA financing an exceptionally accessible, high-leverage entry point into the market.

What is the maximum conforming loan limit in Beaverhead County High before needing a Jumbo loan?

The 2025 conforming conventional loan limit for a 1-unit property in Beaverhead County High is $806,501. With a typical local home value of $366,013 in , a standard 20%-down mortgage requires a loan size of $292,810. Because this is within the $806,501 conforming threshold, buyers can qualify for standard conforming conventional financing with competitive rates.

How does the median home value in Beaverhead County High, MT impact estimated mortgage payments?

The median home value in Beaverhead County High, MT is estimated at $366,013. Buying a typical home here with a standard 20% down payment ($73,203) translates to an estimated starting monthly mortgage payment of $2,197 (principal and interest). Compared to the local area median household income of $61,005 ($5,084/mo), this basic housing payment represents approximately 43.2% of gross monthly household income. Because this housing cost exceeds the standard 36% lender DTI guideline, buyers in this high-value area may need larger down payments, lower debt balances, or co-borrower income to qualify.