Penobscot County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 45,520.
The median annual property tax in Penobscot County is $2,435, which is 6% lower than the Maine state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $193,800. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,435
-6% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$193,800
-18% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
+14% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,718
$227/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,957
$163/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 | $2,435 +4.1% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $2,340 +4.3% | 1.32% |
| 2021 | $2,243 +5.9% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $2,118 +0.8% | 1.43% |
| 2019 | $2,102 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,248
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Cumberland County
Tax: $4,577/yr Rate: 1.11%
Washington County
Tax: $1,654/yr Rate: 1.12%
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Somerset County
Tax: $1,798/yr Rate: 1.16%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Penobscot County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Penobscot County is $2,435 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $193,800.
How does Penobscot County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Penobscot County are 27% 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 Penobscot County? ▼
In Penobscot County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,718 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,957. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Penobscot County? ▼
Property taxes in Penobscot County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $63,248. 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.