New Hampshire Property Tax Data
ACS 2023 property tax data for 10 counties in NH.
The average median property tax in New Hampshire is $5,680/year, which is 195% above the national average of $1,923. The average effective tax rate is 1.85% on a median home value of $316,040. Taxes range from $3,511 in Coos County to $7,512 in Rockingham County.
State Average vs National Average
Median Annual Tax
$5,680
+195% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$316,040
+49% vs US avg
Effective Tax Rate
1.85%
+95% vs US avg
Lowest Property Taxes in New Hampshire
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Highest Property Taxes in New Hampshire
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Top 5 Lowest Tax Counties
All Counties in New Hampshire (10)
| County | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Belknap County | $4,897 | 1.44% |
| Carroll County | $3,685 | 1.06% |
| Cheshire County | $5,968 | 2.32% |
| Coos County | $3,511 | 2.07% |
| Grafton County | $5,624 | 1.88% |
| Hillsborough County | $6,791 | 1.76% |
| Merrimack County | $6,617 | 2.00% |
| Rockingham County | $7,512 | 1.63% |
| Strafford County | $6,582 | 1.98% |
| Sullivan County | $5,616 | 2.38% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in New Hampshire? ▼
The average median property tax paid in New Hampshire is $5,680 per year, based on ACS 2023 data. The average effective tax rate is 1.85%.
How does New Hampshire compare to the national average? ▼
New Hampshire property taxes are 195% above the national average. Homeowners here pay a median of $5,680 per year compared to $1,923 nationally.
Which county in New Hampshire has the lowest property taxes? ▼
Coos County has the lowest median property tax in New Hampshire at $3,511 per year with an effective rate of 2.07%. The highest is Rockingham County at $7,512.
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.