Lincoln County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 13,582.
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,850, which is 10% higher than the Maine state average and 48% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $306,200. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,850
+10% vs State
+48% vs US
Median Home Value
$306,200
+29% vs State
+45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.93%
-16% vs State
-2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,770
$231/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,966
$247/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 | $2,850 +2.2% | 0.93% |
| 2022 | $2,789 +10.2% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $2,531 +5.6% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $2,397 +1.7% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $2,358 | 1.09% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,026
per year
Monthly Tax
$238
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Somerset County
Tax: $1,798/yr Rate: 1.16%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.07%
Waldo County
Tax: $2,593/yr Rate: 1.08%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lincoln County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $2,850 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.93% on a median home value of $306,200.
How does Lincoln County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County are 48% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.93% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
In Lincoln County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,770 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,966. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lincoln County? ▼
Property taxes in Lincoln County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $72,026. 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.