Maine Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 16 counties in Maine. The state average effective rate is 1.03% with a median annual tax bill of $2,670.
2026 Property Tax by County in Maine
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Androscoggin County | 1.16% | $2,940 | $252,800 |
| 2 | Aroostook County | 1.12% | $1,672 | $149,700 |
| 3 | Cumberland County | 1.04% | $4,707 | $451,200 |
| 4 | Franklin County | 1.04% | $2,027 | $194,700 |
| 5 | Hancock County | 0.83% | $2,561 | $310,400 |
| 6 | Kennebec County | 1.09% | $2,605 | $238,200 |
| 7 | Knox County | 1.17% | $3,786 | $324,900 |
| 8 | Lincoln County | 0.85% | $2,828 | $332,700 |
| 9 | Oxford County | 0.99% | $2,162 | $217,300 |
| 10 | Penobscot County | 1.16% | $2,481 | $214,100 |
| 11 | Piscataquis County | 0.90% | $1,537 | $170,200 |
| 12 | Sagadahoc County | 1.04% | $3,470 | $333,300 |
| 13 | Somerset County | 1.08% | $1,798 | $166,900 |
| 14 | Waldo County | 1.04% | $2,684 | $257,700 |
| 15 | Washington County | 1.04% | $1,683 | $161,800 |
| 16 | York County | 0.96% | $3,787 | $395,700 |
About Maine Property Taxes
Maine has 16 counties, each with its own property tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The state's average effective rate of 1.03% 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 Maine?
The average effective property tax rate in Maine is 1.03%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 16 counties.
Which county in Maine has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in Maine is in Hancock County at 0.83%.
Which county has the highest property tax in Maine?
The highest effective rate is in Knox County at 1.17%.
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.