Hampshire County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 42,489.
The median annual property tax in Hampshire County is $5,326, which is 3% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 177% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $363,400. Property taxes represent 6.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,326
+3% vs State
+177% vs US
Median Home Value
$363,400
-38% vs State
+72% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
+37% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,339
$445/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,305
$442/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 | $5,326 +6.7% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $4,991 +5.3% | 1.45% |
| 2021 | $4,738 +3.0% | 1.58% |
| 2020 | $4,599 +3.5% | 1.59% |
| 2019 | $4,442 | 1.57% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,391
per year
Monthly Tax
$444
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Suffolk County
Tax: $4,533/yr Rate: 0.67%
Worcester County
Tax: $5,207/yr Rate: 1.33%
Nantucket County
Tax: $2,985/yr Rate: 0.22%
Essex County
Tax: $6,267/yr Rate: 1.07%
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Barnstable County
Tax: $4,090/yr Rate: 0.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hampshire County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hampshire County is $5,326 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $363,400.
How does Hampshire County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hampshire County are 177% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hampshire County? ▼
In Hampshire County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,339 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,305. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hampshire County? ▼
Property taxes in Hampshire County represent approximately 6.2% of the median household income of $86,391. 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.