Strafford County, New Hampshire Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Hampshire. Population: 34,619.
The median annual property tax in Strafford County is $6,582, which is 16% higher than the New Hampshire state average and 242% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $332,400. Property taxes represent 7.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,582
+16% vs State
+242% vs US
Median Home Value
$332,400
+5% vs State
+57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.98%
+7% vs State
+108% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,944
$579/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,841
$487/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 | $6,582 +1.5% | 1.98% |
| 2022 | $6,487 +4.7% | 2.16% |
| 2021 | $6,194 +4.5% | 2.36% |
| 2020 | $5,928 +3.1% | 2.43% |
| 2019 | $5,747 | 2.44% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$86,564
per year
Monthly Tax
$549
per month
Other Counties in New Hampshire
Grafton County
Tax: $5,624/yr Rate: 1.88%
Rockingham County
Tax: $7,512/yr Rate: 1.63%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,685/yr Rate: 1.06%
Sullivan County
Tax: $5,616/yr Rate: 2.38%
Belknap County
Tax: $4,897/yr Rate: 1.44%
Coos County
Tax: $3,511/yr Rate: 2.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Strafford County, New Hampshire? ▼
The median annual property tax in Strafford County is $6,582 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.98% on a median home value of $332,400.
How does Strafford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Strafford County are 242% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Strafford County? ▼
In Strafford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,944 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,841. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Strafford County? ▼
Property taxes in Strafford County represent approximately 7.6% of the median household income of $86,564. 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.