Cumberland County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 91,485.
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $4,577, which is 76% higher than the Maine state average and 138% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $411,400. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,577
+76% vs State
+138% vs US
Median Home Value
$411,400
+74% vs State
+94% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.11%
+0% vs State
+17% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,601
$383/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,532
$378/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 | $4,577 +4.7% | 1.11% |
| 2022 | $4,372 +7.7% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $4,060 +5.4% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $3,852 +1.1% | 1.33% |
| 2019 | $3,809 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$92,983
per year
Monthly Tax
$381
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Kennebec County
Tax: $2,510/yr Rate: 1.14%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.07%
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Hancock County
Tax: $2,445/yr Rate: 0.88%
Waldo County
Tax: $2,593/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cumberland County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cumberland County is $4,577 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.11% on a median home value of $411,400.
How does Cumberland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County are 138% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.11% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
In Cumberland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,601 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,532. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cumberland County? ▼
Property taxes in Cumberland County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $92,983. 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.