Hancock County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 19,691.
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $2,445, which is 6% lower than the Maine state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $278,400. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,445
-6% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$278,400
+18% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-21% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,473
$206/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,395
$200/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 | $2,445 +2.6% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $2,382 +3.6% | 0.95% |
| 2021 | $2,299 +2.6% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $2,240 +1.5% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $2,207 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,630
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Androscoggin County
Tax: $2,913/yr Rate: 1.26%
Penobscot County
Tax: $2,435/yr Rate: 1.26%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.07%
Aroostook County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 1.22%
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Knox County
Tax: $3,643/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hancock County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hancock County is $2,445 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $278,400.
How does Hancock County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
In Hancock County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,473 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,395. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hancock County? ▼
Property taxes in Hancock County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $69,630. 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.