Franklin County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 21,650.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $4,595, which is 11% lower than the Massachusetts state average and 139% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.51% on a median home value of $303,400. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,595
-11% vs State
+139% vs US
Median Home Value
$303,400
-48% vs State
+43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.51%
+41% vs State
+59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,542
$379/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,672
$389/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 | $4,595 +2.9% | 1.51% |
| 2022 | $4,467 +7.4% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $4,159 +4.3% | 1.67% |
| 2020 | $3,987 +4.0% | 1.66% |
| 2019 | $3,833 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,584
per year
Monthly Tax
$383
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Plymouth County
Tax: $6,345/yr Rate: 1.24%
Bristol County
Tax: $4,685/yr Rate: 1.11%
Barnstable County
Tax: $4,090/yr Rate: 0.71%
Norfolk County
Tax: $7,081/yr Rate: 1.09%
Middlesex County
Tax: $7,240/yr Rate: 1.05%
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $4,595 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.51% on a median home value of $303,400.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 139% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
In Franklin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,542 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,672. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Franklin County? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $72,584. 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.