Aroostook County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 22,080.
The median annual property tax in Aroostook County is $1,611, which is 38% lower than the Maine state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $131,700. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,611
-38% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,700
-44% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
+10% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,808
$151/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,396
$116/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,611 +3.1% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $1,562 +3.5% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $1,509 +3.4% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $1,460 -1.2% | 1.42% |
| 2019 | $1,477 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,254
per year
Monthly Tax
$134
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Androscoggin County
Tax: $2,913/yr Rate: 1.26%
Kennebec County
Tax: $2,510/yr Rate: 1.14%
Washington County
Tax: $1,654/yr Rate: 1.12%
Cumberland County
Tax: $4,577/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Aroostook County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Aroostook County is $1,611 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $131,700.
How does Aroostook County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Aroostook County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Aroostook County? ▼
In Aroostook County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,808 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,396. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Aroostook County? ▼
Property taxes in Aroostook County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $54,254. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.