Property Tax by County in Massachusetts (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates, median home values, and annual tax bills for every county in Massachusetts.
Last reviewed:
State Avg Rate
1.07%
effective rate
Counties
14
in dataset
Highest Rate
1.57%
Hampden
Lowest Rate
0.22%
Nantucket
All Counties in Massachusetts
| County | Effective Rate | Median Home | Avg Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable County | 0.71% | $576K | $4,090 |
| Berkshire County | 1.37% | $284K | $3,891 |
| Bristol County | 1.11% | $422K | $4,685 |
| Dukes County | 0.50% | $1104K | $5,503 |
| Essex County | 1.07% | $584K | $6,267 |
| Franklin County | 1.51% | $303K | $4,595 |
| Hampden County | 1.57% | $276K | $4,332 |
| Hampshire County | 1.47% | $363K | $5,326 |
| Middlesex County | 1.05% | $687K | $7,240 |
| Nantucket County | 0.22% | $1387K | $2,985 |
| Norfolk County | 1.09% | $649K | $7,081 |
| Plymouth County | 1.24% | $513K | $6,345 |
| Suffolk County | 0.67% | $681K | $4,533 |
| Worcester County | 1.33% | $391K | $5,207 |
Data: Effective rates are based on 2023 ACS 5-year estimates (median annual tax ÷ median home value). Rates reflect all local levies. Individual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions, and millage rates. Rates are color-coded vs. the Massachusetts average of 1.07% — red = above, green = below.