Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Connecticut. Population: 77,362.
The median annual property tax in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is $8,550, which is 32% higher than the Connecticut state average and 345% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.15% on a median home value of $397,000. Property taxes represent 9.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$8,550
+32% vs State
+345% vs US
Median Home Value
$397,000
+12% vs State
+88% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.15%
+16% vs State
+126% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$8,712
$726/mo
Without Mortgage
$8,199
$683/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 | $8,550 +2.9% | 2.15% |
| 2022 | $8,310 | 2.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
9.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$87,135
per year
Monthly Tax
$713
per month
Other Counties in Connecticut
Tolland County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Capitol Planning Region
Tax: $6,390/yr Rate: 2.14%
New Haven County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Fairfield County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Tax: $5,146/yr Rate: 1.75%
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region
Tax: $5,926/yr Rate: 2.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut? ▼
The median annual property tax in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is $8,550 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.15% on a median home value of $397,000.
How does Greater Bridgeport Planning Region property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region are 345% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region? ▼
In Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $8,712 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $8,199. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region? ▼
Property taxes in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region represent approximately 9.8% of the median household income of $87,135. 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.