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Essex County

Essex County, Massachusetts

Effective Tax Rate

1.07%

Median Annual Tax

$6,267

How Essex County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Essex County$6,267
Massachusetts State Average$5,149
National Average$1,924

Essex County

1.07%

Effective rate

Massachusetts Avg

0.88%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$6,235

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,351

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,267

Monthly Escrow

$522

Effective Rate

1.07%

vs. Massachusetts State Average▲ 21.7% above
vs. National Average▲ 133% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Essex County, Massachusetts?
The effective property tax rate in Essex County, Massachusetts is 1.07%. 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 Essex County?
The median annual property tax payment in Essex County is $6,267. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,235, while those without a mortgage pay $6,351.
How does Essex County compare to the Massachusetts average?
Essex County's effective tax rate of 1.07% is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 0.88%. The median annual property tax in Essex County is $6,267, compared to the state average of $5,149.
What is the median home value in Essex County, Massachusetts?
The median home value in Essex County, Massachusetts is $584,000, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Norfolk County(MA)

Rate1.09%
Median Tax$7,081

Middlesex County(MA)

Rate1.05%
Median Tax$7,240

Bristol County(MA)

Rate1.11%
Median Tax$4,685

Plymouth County(MA)

Rate1.24%
Median Tax$6,345
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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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