Massachusetts Property Tax Data
ACS 2023 property tax data for 14 counties in MA.
The average median property tax in Massachusetts is $5,149/year, which is 168% above the national average of $1,923. The average effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $587,193. Taxes range from $2,985 in Nantucket County to $7,240 in Middlesex County.
State Average vs National Average
Median Annual Tax
$5,149
+168% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$587,193
+178% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
+13% vs US avg
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All Counties in Massachusetts (14)
| County | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable County | $4,090 | 0.71% |
| Berkshire County | $3,891 | 1.37% |
| Bristol County | $4,685 | 1.11% |
| Dukes County | $5,503 | 0.50% |
| Essex County | $6,267 | 1.07% |
| Franklin County | $4,595 | 1.51% |
| Hampden County | $4,332 | 1.57% |
| Hampshire County | $5,326 | 1.47% |
| Middlesex County | $7,240 | 1.05% |
| Nantucket County | $2,985 | 0.22% |
| Norfolk County | $7,081 | 1.09% |
| Plymouth County | $6,345 | 1.24% |
| Suffolk County | $4,533 | 0.67% |
| Worcester County | $5,207 | 1.33% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Massachusetts? ▼
The average median property tax paid in Massachusetts is $5,149 per year, based on ACS 2023 data. The average effective tax rate is 1.07%.
How does Massachusetts compare to the national average? ▼
Massachusetts property taxes are 168% above the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $5,149 per year compared to $1,923 nationally.
Which county in Massachusetts has the lowest property taxes? ▼
Nantucket County has the lowest median property tax in Massachusetts at $2,985 per year with an effective rate of 0.22%. The highest is Middlesex County at $7,240.
How are property taxes calculated? ▼
Property taxes are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of a property by the local tax rate (mill rate). Rates vary by county, city, and school district. The effective tax rate shown here is the median tax paid divided by the median home value, which provides a standardized comparison across counties.