Massachusetts Property Tax Rates 2026
Compare property tax rates across all 14 counties in Massachusetts. The state average effective rate is 1.03% with a median annual tax bill of $5,387.
2026 Property Tax by County in Massachusetts
| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax / Yr | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barnstable County | 0.67% | $4,239 | $629,000 |
| 2 | Berkshire County | 1.32% | $4,036 | $305,400 |
| 3 | Bristol County | 1.07% | $4,807 | $451,200 |
| 4 | Dukes County | 0.50% | $5,828 | $1,165,800 |
| 5 | Essex County | 1.04% | $6,430 | $619,100 |
| 6 | Franklin County | 1.43% | $4,720 | $329,000 |
| 7 | Hampden County | 1.49% | $4,455 | $298,800 |
| 8 | Hampshire County | 1.43% | $5,589 | $390,300 |
| 9 | Middlesex County | 1.03% | $7,501 | $727,800 |
| 10 | Nantucket County | 0.25% | $3,974 | $1,593,800 |
| 11 | Norfolk County | 1.06% | $7,261 | $683,900 |
| 12 | Plymouth County | 1.17% | $6,502 | $556,000 |
| 13 | Suffolk County | 0.66% | $4,649 | $705,800 |
| 14 | Worcester County | 1.28% | $5,438 | $423,700 |
About Massachusetts Property Taxes
Massachusetts has 14 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 Massachusetts?
The average effective property tax rate in Massachusetts is 1.03%, based on the median property tax paid divided by median home value across all 14 counties.
Which county in Massachusetts has the lowest property tax?
The lowest effective rate in Massachusetts is in Nantucket County at 0.25%.
Which county has the highest property tax in Massachusetts?
The highest effective rate is in Hampden County at 1.49%.
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.