Androscoggin County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 31,410.
The median annual property tax in Androscoggin County is $2,913, which is 12% higher than the Maine state average and 51% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $232,000. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,913
+12% vs State
+51% vs US
Median Home Value
$232,000
-2% vs State
+10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
+14% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,997
$250/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,742
$229/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,913 +1.9% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $2,859 +2.5% | 1.35% |
| 2021 | $2,789 +1.2% | 1.59% |
| 2020 | $2,756 +1.4% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $2,718 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,298
per year
Monthly Tax
$243
per month
Other Counties in Maine
York County
Tax: $3,691/yr Rate: 1.03%
Waldo County
Tax: $2,593/yr Rate: 1.08%
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Kennebec County
Tax: $2,510/yr Rate: 1.14%
Lincoln County
Tax: $2,850/yr Rate: 0.93%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Androscoggin County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Androscoggin County is $2,913 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $232,000.
How does Androscoggin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Androscoggin County are 51% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Androscoggin County? ▼
In Androscoggin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,997 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,742. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Androscoggin County? ▼
Property taxes in Androscoggin County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $67,298. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.