Norfolk County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 192,815.
The median annual property tax in Norfolk County is $7,081, which is 38% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 268% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $649,400. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,081
+38% vs State
+268% vs US
Median Home Value
$649,400
+11% vs State
+207% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
+2% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,065
$589/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,114
$593/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 | $7,081 +3.5% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $6,840 +6.4% | 1.12% |
| 2021 | $6,431 +5.4% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $6,100 +4.3% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $5,851 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$126,497
per year
Monthly Tax
$590
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Franklin County
Tax: $4,595/yr Rate: 1.51%
Hampshire County
Tax: $5,326/yr Rate: 1.47%
Barnstable County
Tax: $4,090/yr Rate: 0.71%
Suffolk County
Tax: $4,533/yr Rate: 0.67%
Worcester County
Tax: $5,207/yr Rate: 1.33%
Dukes County
Tax: $5,503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Norfolk County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Norfolk County is $7,081 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $649,400.
How does Norfolk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Norfolk County are 268% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Norfolk County? ▼
In Norfolk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,065 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,114. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Norfolk County? ▼
Property taxes in Norfolk County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $126,497. 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.