Somerset County, Maine Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maine. Population: 17,567.
The median annual property tax in Somerset County is $1,798, which is 31% lower than the Maine state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $155,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,798
-31% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$155,200
-34% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
+5% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,982
$165/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,602
$134/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 | $1,798 -2.1% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $1,836 +8.4% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,694 +3.1% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $1,643 +8.8% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $1,510 | 1.31% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,199
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Maine
Piscataquis County
Tax: $1,487/yr Rate: 0.97%
Aroostook County
Tax: $1,611/yr Rate: 1.22%
Cumberland County
Tax: $4,577/yr Rate: 1.11%
Sagadahoc County
Tax: $3,365/yr Rate: 1.12%
Washington County
Tax: $1,654/yr Rate: 1.12%
Oxford County
Tax: $2,103/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Somerset County, Maine? ▼
The median annual property tax in Somerset County is $1,798 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $155,200.
How does Somerset County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Somerset County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Somerset County? ▼
In Somerset County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,982 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,602. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Somerset County? ▼
Property taxes in Somerset County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $56,199. 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.