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Massachusetts Property Tax Estimator
Estimate property tax for any county in Massachusetts, based on median effective rates from the US Census Bureau. Covers 14 counties.
Lowest county rate
0.27%
Nantucket County
Highest county rate
1.41%
Hampden County
Counties covered
14
Data vintage
2024
Estimated property tax for a $300,000 home in Barnstable County
Estimated annual
$1,950
Estimated monthly
$163
This is an estimate based on the county median effective rate, not a precise tax bill. Your actual property tax depends on your home's assessed value, local mill rate, and any exemptions you qualify for.
This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation. Rates last verified June 2026.
Verify rates on Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle FrittsMassachusetts property tax rates by county
Sorted highest to lowest median effective rate. Source: Tax Foundation — "Property Taxes by State and County, 2026" by Janelle Fritts.
| County | Median tax paid | Median effective rate | YoY change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden County | $4,455 | 1.41% | -0.2% |
| Hampshire County | $5,589 | 1.36% | +1.8% |
| Franklin County | $4,720 | 1.32% | -0.4% |
| Worcester County | $5,438 | 1.25% | +1.3% |
| Berkshire County | $4,036 | 1.13% | +0.6% |
| Plymouth County | $6,502 | 1.06% | -0.6% |
| Bristol County | $4,807 | 1.03% | -0.5% |
| Essex County | $6,430 | 1.02% | -0.5% |
| Norfolk County | $7,261 | 1.02% | -0.5% |
| Middlesex County | $7,501 | 1.01% | +0.5% |
| Suffolk County | $4,649 | 0.69% | -0.5% |
| Barnstable County | $4,239 | 0.65% | +0.5% |
| Dukes County | $5,828 | 0.46% | +2.7% |
| Nantucket County | $3,974 | 0.27% | +29.1% |
Median effective rate = total real estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, for owner-occupied housing (2024 American Community Survey). YoY change is the inflation-adjusted change in taxes paid, 2023–2024. "N/A" indicates the Census Bureau's sample size was too small for a reliable county-level estimate.