Cheshire County, New Hampshire Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Hampshire. Population: 21,452.
The median annual property tax in Cheshire County is $5,968, which is 5% higher than the New Hampshire state average and 210% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.32% on a median home value of $257,200. Property taxes represent 7.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$5,968
+5% vs State
+210% vs US
Median Home Value
$257,200
-19% vs State
+22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.32%
+25% vs State
+144% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,001
$500/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,900
$492/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 | $5,968 +2.6% | 2.32% |
| 2022 | $5,818 +3.7% | 2.44% |
| 2021 | $5,609 +2.5% | 2.69% |
| 2020 | $5,470 +2.4% | 2.77% |
| 2019 | $5,340 | 2.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,001
per year
Monthly Tax
$497
per month
Other Counties in New Hampshire
Merrimack County
Tax: $6,617/yr Rate: 2.00%
Belknap County
Tax: $4,897/yr Rate: 1.44%
Strafford County
Tax: $6,582/yr Rate: 1.98%
Grafton County
Tax: $5,624/yr Rate: 1.88%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,685/yr Rate: 1.06%
Rockingham County
Tax: $7,512/yr Rate: 1.63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cheshire County, New Hampshire? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cheshire County is $5,968 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.32% on a median home value of $257,200.
How does Cheshire County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cheshire County are 210% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.32% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cheshire County? ▼
In Cheshire County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,001 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,900. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cheshire County? ▼
Property taxes in Cheshire County represent approximately 7.4% of the median household income of $81,001. 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.