Plymouth County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 156,015.
The median annual property tax in Plymouth County is $6,345, which is 23% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 230% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $513,000. Property taxes represent 5.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,345
+23% vs State
+230% vs US
Median Home Value
$513,000
-13% vs State
+142% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.24%
+16% vs State
+31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,336
$528/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,369
$531/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 | $6,345 +3.0% | 1.24% |
| 2022 | $6,158 +8.2% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $5,692 +5.9% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $5,375 +5.7% | 1.39% |
| 2019 | $5,086 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$109,698
per year
Monthly Tax
$529
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Norfolk County
Tax: $7,081/yr Rate: 1.09%
Berkshire County
Tax: $3,891/yr Rate: 1.37%
Franklin County
Tax: $4,595/yr Rate: 1.51%
Worcester County
Tax: $5,207/yr Rate: 1.33%
Suffolk County
Tax: $4,533/yr Rate: 0.67%
Bristol County
Tax: $4,685/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Plymouth County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Plymouth County is $6,345 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $513,000.
How does Plymouth County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Plymouth County are 230% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Plymouth County? ▼
In Plymouth County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,336 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,369. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Plymouth County? ▼
Property taxes in Plymouth County represent approximately 5.8% of the median household income of $109,698. 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.