Hampden County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 114,621.
The median annual property tax in Hampden County is $4,332, which is 16% lower than the Massachusetts state average and 125% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $276,300. Property taxes represent 6.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,332
-16% vs State
+125% vs US
Median Home Value
$276,300
-53% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+47% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,316
$360/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,360
$363/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 | $4,332 +3.8% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $4,174 +8.9% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $3,833 +4.0% | 1.68% |
| 2020 | $3,684 +3.3% | 1.70% |
| 2019 | $3,566 | 1.72% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,535
per year
Monthly Tax
$361
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Middlesex County
Tax: $7,240/yr Rate: 1.05%
Plymouth County
Tax: $6,345/yr Rate: 1.24%
Nantucket County
Tax: $2,985/yr Rate: 0.22%
Bristol County
Tax: $4,685/yr Rate: 1.11%
Essex County
Tax: $6,267/yr Rate: 1.07%
Berkshire County
Tax: $3,891/yr Rate: 1.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hampden County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hampden County is $4,332 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $276,300.
How does Hampden County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hampden County are 125% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hampden County? ▼
In Hampden County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,316 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,360. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hampden County? ▼
Property taxes in Hampden County represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $70,535. 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.