Washington County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 10,919.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,654, which is 36% lower than the Maine state average and 14% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $147,100. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,654
-36% vs State
-14% vs US
Median Home Value
$147,100
-38% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.12%
+1% vs State
+18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,815
$151/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,503
$125/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 | $1,654 +2.2% | 1.12% |
| 2022 | $1,619 +6.4% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $1,521 +2.3% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $1,487 +0.5% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,479 | 1.32% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,237
per year
Monthly Tax
$138
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Knox County
Tax: $3,643/yr Rate: 1.25%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Aroostook County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 1.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $1,654 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $147,100.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 14% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.12% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,815 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,503. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $52,237. 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.