Berkshire County

Berkshire County, Massachusetts

Effective Tax Rate

1.37%

Median Annual Tax

$3,891

How Berkshire County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Berkshire County$3,891

Massachusetts State Average$5,149

National Average$1,924

Berkshire County

1.37%

Effective rate

Massachusetts Avg

0.88%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,856

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,949

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$3,891

Monthly Escrow

$324

Effective Rate

1.37%

vs. Massachusetts State Average▼ 24.4% below

vs. National Average▲ 44.6% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The effective property tax rate in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is 1.37%. 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 Berkshire County?

The median annual property tax payment in Berkshire County is $3,891. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,856, while those without a mortgage pay $3,949.

How does Berkshire County compare to the Massachusetts average?

Berkshire County's effective tax rate of 1.37% is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 0.88%. The median annual property tax in Berkshire County is $3,891, compared to the state average of $5,149.

What is the median home value in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?

The median home value in Berkshire County, Massachusetts is $283,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

How are property taxes calculated in Massachusetts?

Property taxes in Massachusetts 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.

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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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