Connecticut Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 9 counties in Connecticut. The state average effective rate is 1.73% with a median annual tax bill of $6,523.
2026 Property Tax by County in Connecticut
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capitol Planning Region | 1.99% | $6,454 | $323,700 |
| 2 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 2.02% | $8,670 | $428,800 |
| 3 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | 1.67% | $6,357 | $379,700 |
| 4 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | 1.88% | $5,983 | $317,700 |
| 5 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 1.42% | $4,375 | $307,600 |
| 6 | Northwest Hills Planning Region | 1.67% | $5,593 | $335,600 |
| 7 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 1.91% | $6,759 | $353,100 |
| 8 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 1.62% | $5,228 | $323,400 |
| 9 | Western Connecticut Planning Region | 1.42% | $9,295 | $652,900 |
About Connecticut Property Taxes
Connecticut has 9 counties, each with its own property tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The state's average effective rate of 1.73% is above the national average of 0.92%.
Use our property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill based on your specific home value and county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax rate in Connecticut?
The average effective property tax rate in Connecticut is 1.73%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 9 counties.
Which county in Connecticut has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in Connecticut is in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region at 1.42%.
Which county has the highest property tax in Connecticut?
The highest effective rate is in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region at 2.02%.
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. Variables: B25103 (Median Real Estate Taxes Paid), B25077 (Median Home Value). Public domain. Effective rate = median tax ÷ median home value × 100.