Suffolk County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 117,938.
The median annual property tax in Suffolk County is $4,533, which is 12% lower than the Massachusetts state average and 136% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $680,700. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,533
-12% vs State
+136% vs US
Median Home Value
$680,700
+16% vs State
+222% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.67%
-37% vs State
-29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,469
$372/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,695
$391/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 | $4,533 +4.4% | 0.67% |
| 2022 | $4,341 +8.7% | 0.67% |
| 2021 | $3,993 +5.1% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $3,801 +1.9% | 0.69% |
| 2019 | $3,729 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$92,859
per year
Monthly Tax
$378
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Barnstable County
Tax: $4,090/yr Rate: 0.71%
Hampshire County
Tax: $5,326/yr Rate: 1.47%
Norfolk County
Tax: $7,081/yr Rate: 1.09%
Essex County
Tax: $6,267/yr Rate: 1.07%
Dukes County
Tax: $5,503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Franklin County
Tax: $4,595/yr Rate: 1.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Suffolk County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Suffolk County is $4,533 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.67% on a median home value of $680,700.
How does Suffolk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Suffolk County are 136% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.67% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Suffolk County? ▼
In Suffolk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,469 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,695. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Suffolk County? ▼
Property taxes in Suffolk County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $92,859. 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.