Merrimack County, New Hampshire Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Hampshire. Population: 44,426.
The median annual property tax in Merrimack County is $6,617, which is 16% higher than the New Hampshire state average and 244% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.00% on a median home value of $330,600. Property taxes represent 7.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,617
+16% vs State
+244% vs US
Median Home Value
$330,600
+5% vs State
+56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.00%
+8% vs State
+111% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,951
$579/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,953
$496/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 | $6,617 +2.9% | 2.00% |
| 2022 | $6,429 +6.3% | 2.16% |
| 2021 | $6,050 +3.8% | 2.37% |
| 2020 | $5,831 +1.7% | 2.38% |
| 2019 | $5,736 | 2.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$93,944
per year
Monthly Tax
$551
per month
Other Counties in New Hampshire
Cheshire County
Tax: $5,968/yr Rate: 2.32%
Coos County
Tax: $3,511/yr Rate: 2.07%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,685/yr Rate: 1.06%
Hillsborough County
Tax: $6,791/yr Rate: 1.76%
Rockingham County
Tax: $7,512/yr Rate: 1.63%
Grafton County
Tax: $5,624/yr Rate: 1.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Merrimack County, New Hampshire? ▼
The median annual property tax in Merrimack County is $6,617 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.00% on a median home value of $330,600.
How does Merrimack County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Merrimack County are 244% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Merrimack County? ▼
In Merrimack County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,951 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,953. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Merrimack County? ▼
Property taxes in Merrimack County represent approximately 7.0% of the median household income of $93,944. 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.