Franklin County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 9,592.
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $1,897, which is 27% lower than the Maine state average and 1% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $176,700. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,897
-27% vs State
-1% vs US
Median Home Value
$176,700
-25% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.07%
-4% vs State
+13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,962
$164/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,818
$152/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 | $1,897 -2.6% | 1.07% |
| 2022 | $1,948 +5.3% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,850 +0.8% | 1.21% |
| 2020 | $1,835 +3.4% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $1,775 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,522
per year
Monthly Tax
$158
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Androscoggin County
Tax: $2,913/yr Rate: 1.26%
Cumberland County
Tax: $4,577/yr Rate: 1.11%
Lincoln County
Tax: $2,850/yr Rate: 0.93%
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Aroostook County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 1.22%
Penobscot County
Tax: $2,435/yr Rate: 1.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Franklin County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Franklin County is $1,897 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.07% on a median home value of $176,700.
How does Franklin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Franklin County are 1% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.07% 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 $1,962 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,818. 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 3.2% of the median household income of $58,522. 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.