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Hancock County

Hancock County, Maine

Effective Tax Rate

0.88%

Median Annual Tax

$2,445

How Hancock County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hancock County$2,445
Maine State Average$2,598
National Average$1,924

Hancock County

0.88%

Effective rate

Maine Avg

1.10%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,473

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,395

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,445

Monthly Escrow

$204

Effective Rate

0.88%

vs. Maine State Average▼ 5.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 9.1% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hancock County, Maine?
The effective property tax rate in Hancock County, Maine is 0.88%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Hancock County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hancock County is $2,445. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,473, while those without a mortgage pay $2,395.
How does Hancock County compare to the Maine average?
Hancock County's effective tax rate of 0.88% is lower than the Maine state average of 1.10%. The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $2,445, compared to the state average of $2,598.
What is the median home value in Hancock County, Maine?
The median home value in Hancock County, Maine is $278,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Maine?
Property taxes in Maine are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Lincoln County(ME)

Rate0.93%
Median Tax$2,850

Piscataquis County(ME)

Rate0.97%
Median Tax$1,487

York County(ME)

Rate1.03%
Median Tax$3,691

Franklin County(ME)

Rate1.07%
Median Tax$1,897
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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