Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Connecticut. Population: 153,760.
The median annual property tax in Western Connecticut Planning Region is $9,222, which is 43% higher than the Connecticut state average and 380% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $625,400. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$9,222
+43% vs State
+380% vs US
Median Home Value
$625,400
+77% vs State
+196% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
-21% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$9,330
$778/mo
Without Mortgage
$8,954
$746/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 | $9,222 +1.7% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $9,070 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$124,553
per year
Monthly Tax
$769
per month
Other Counties in Connecticut
Hartford County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Tax: $5,146/yr Rate: 1.75%
New London County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Tax: $4,340/yr Rate: 1.54%
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
Tax: $6,326/yr Rate: 1.76%
Windham County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut? ▼
The median annual property tax in Western Connecticut Planning Region is $9,222 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $625,400.
How does Western Connecticut Planning Region property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Western Connecticut Planning Region are 380% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Western Connecticut Planning Region? ▼
In Western Connecticut Planning Region, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $9,330 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $8,954. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Western Connecticut Planning Region? ▼
Property taxes in Western Connecticut Planning Region represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $124,553. 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.