Barnstable County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 82,954.
The median annual property tax in Barnstable County is $4,090, which is 21% lower than the Massachusetts state average and 113% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $575,900. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,090
-21% vs State
+113% vs US
Median Home Value
$575,900
-2% vs State
+172% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.71%
-34% vs State
-25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,960
$330/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,275
$356/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 | $4,090 +4.1% | 0.71% |
| 2022 | $3,929 +7.4% | 0.76% |
| 2021 | $3,658 +5.8% | 0.82% |
| 2020 | $3,458 +6.3% | 0.84% |
| 2019 | $3,254 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$94,452
per year
Monthly Tax
$341
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Bristol County
Tax: $4,685/yr Rate: 1.11%
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Worcester County
Tax: $5,207/yr Rate: 1.33%
Nantucket County
Tax: $2,985/yr Rate: 0.22%
Plymouth County
Tax: $6,345/yr Rate: 1.24%
Franklin County
Tax: $4,595/yr Rate: 1.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Barnstable County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Barnstable County is $4,090 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.71% on a median home value of $575,900.
How does Barnstable County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Barnstable County are 113% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Barnstable County? ▼
In Barnstable County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,960 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,275. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Barnstable County? ▼
Property taxes in Barnstable County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $94,452. 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.