Knox County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 14,120.
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $3,643, which is 40% higher than the Maine state average and 89% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $290,800. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,643
+40% vs State
+89% vs US
Median Home Value
$290,800
+23% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
+13% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,599
$300/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,709
$309/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 | $3,643 +6.7% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $3,415 +9.6% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $3,117 +7.0% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $2,914 +0.4% | 1.39% |
| 2019 | $2,903 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,903
per year
Monthly Tax
$304
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Aroostook County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 1.22%
Waldo County
Tax: $2,593/yr Rate: 1.08%
Washington County
Tax: $1,654/yr Rate: 1.12%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
Androscoggin County
Tax: $2,913/yr Rate: 1.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Knox County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $3,643 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $290,800.
How does Knox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County are 89% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Knox County? ▼
In Knox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,599 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,709. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Knox County? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $71,903. 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.