Worcester County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 218,849.
The median annual property tax in Worcester County is $5,207, which is 1% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 171% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $390,700. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,207
+1% vs State
+171% vs US
Median Home Value
$390,700
-33% vs State
+85% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
+24% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,272
$439/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,046
$421/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 | $5,207 +5.8% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $4,922 +6.9% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | $4,606 +5.0% | 1.46% |
| 2020 | $4,385 +4.3% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $4,204 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$93,561
per year
Monthly Tax
$434
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Hampshire County
Tax: $5,326/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Norfolk County
Tax: $7,081/yr Rate: 1.09%
Franklin County
Tax: $4,595/yr Rate: 1.51%
Suffolk County
Tax: $4,533/yr Rate: 0.67%
Essex County
Tax: $6,267/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Worcester County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Worcester County is $5,207 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $390,700.
How does Worcester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Worcester County are 171% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Worcester County? ▼
In Worcester County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,272 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,046. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Worcester County? ▼
Property taxes in Worcester County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $93,561. 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.