Middlesex County, Massachusetts Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Massachusetts. Population: 388,864.
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $7,240, which is 41% higher than the Massachusetts state average and 276% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $687,200. Property taxes represent 5.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,240
+41% vs State
+276% vs US
Median Home Value
$687,200
+17% vs State
+225% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.05%
-2% vs State
+11% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,260
$605/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,203
$600/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 | $7,240 +2.9% | 1.05% |
| 2022 | $7,037 +6.9% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $6,582 +4.9% | 1.14% |
| 2020 | $6,274 +3.3% | 1.16% |
| 2019 | $6,075 | 1.21% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$126,779
per year
Monthly Tax
$603
per month
Other Counties in Massachusetts
Hampden County
Tax: $4,332/yr Rate: 1.57%
Plymouth County
Tax: $6,345/yr Rate: 1.24%
Dukes County
Tax: $5,503/yr Rate: 0.50%
Barnstable County
Tax: $4,090/yr Rate: 0.71%
Berkshire County
Tax: $3,891/yr Rate: 1.37%
Nantucket County
Tax: $2,985/yr Rate: 0.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Middlesex County, Massachusetts? ▼
The median annual property tax in Middlesex County is $7,240 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.05% on a median home value of $687,200.
How does Middlesex County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County are 276% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.05% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
In Middlesex County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,260 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,203. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Middlesex County? ▼
Property taxes in Middlesex County represent approximately 5.7% of the median household income of $126,779. 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.