Rockingham County, New Hampshire Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Hampshire. Population: 99,519.
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $7,512, which is 32% higher than the New Hampshire state average and 291% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $461,400. Property taxes represent 6.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,512
+32% vs State
+291% vs US
Median Home Value
$461,400
+46% vs State
+118% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.63%
-12% vs State
+72% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,702
$642/mo
Without Mortgage
$7,163
$597/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 | $7,512 +3.4% | 1.63% |
| 2022 | $7,265 +6.9% | 1.71% |
| 2021 | $6,796 +4.4% | 1.85% |
| 2020 | $6,509 +1.5% | 1.89% |
| 2019 | $6,415 | 1.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$113,927
per year
Monthly Tax
$626
per month
Other Counties in New Hampshire
Grafton County
Tax: $5,624/yr Rate: 1.88%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,685/yr Rate: 1.06%
Belknap County
Tax: $4,897/yr Rate: 1.44%
Merrimack County
Tax: $6,617/yr Rate: 2.00%
Coos County
Tax: $3,511/yr Rate: 2.07%
Cheshire County
Tax: $5,968/yr Rate: 2.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockingham County, New Hampshire? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockingham County is $7,512 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.63% on a median home value of $461,400.
How does Rockingham County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County are 291% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.63% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
In Rockingham County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,702 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $7,163. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockingham County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockingham County represent approximately 6.6% of the median household income of $113,927. 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.