Piscataquis County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 6,239.
The median annual property tax in Piscataquis County is $1,487, which is 43% lower than the Maine state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $153,300. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,487
-43% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$153,300
-35% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
-13% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,684
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,338
$112/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 | $1,487 +4.1% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,429 +1.3% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $1,410 +1.4% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,391 +0.3% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,387 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,234
per year
Monthly Tax
$124
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Somerset County
Tax: $1,798/yr Rate: 1.16%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.07%
Cumberland County
Tax: $4,577/yr Rate: 1.11%
Penobscot County
Tax: $2,435/yr Rate: 1.26%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
York County
Tax: $3,691/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Piscataquis County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Piscataquis County is $1,487 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $153,300.
How does Piscataquis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Piscataquis County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Piscataquis County? ▼
In Piscataquis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,684 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,338. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Piscataquis County? ▼
Property taxes in Piscataquis County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $55,234. 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.