Essex County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 199,350.
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $6,267, which is 22% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 226% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $584,000. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,267
+22% vs State
+226% vs US
Median Home Value
$584,000
-1% vs State
+176% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
+0% vs State
+13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,235
$520/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,351
$529/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 | $6,267 +2.8% | 1.07% |
| 2022 | $6,099 +8.0% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $5,645 +5.6% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $5,348 +4.6% | 1.22% |
| 2019 | $5,114 | 1.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$99,431
per year
Monthly Tax
$522
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Plymouth County
Tax: $6,345/yr Rate: 1.24%
Berkshire County
Tax: $3,891/yr Rate: 1.37%
Hampshire County
Tax: $5,326/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Norfolk County
Tax: $7,081/yr Rate: 1.09%
Dukes County
Tax: $5,503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Essex County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Essex County is $6,267 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $584,000.
How does Essex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County are 226% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.07% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Essex County? ▼
In Essex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,235 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,351. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Essex County? ▼
Property taxes in Essex County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $99,431. 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.