Massachusetts property tax rates by county
Massachusetts · #17 of 52 · 14 counties
Median annual property tax $5,992 · median home value $562,100
Above the U.S. benchmark 0.94%. Payment dates are set locally — see below.
When it's due in Massachusetts
All statesPayment dates vary by local tax authority.
Check your city, town or county tax collector for this year's deadline. The statewide notes below are a general guide.
| Late penalty | 14% per annum interest from the due date until paid (M.G.L. c. 59, § 57) |
|---|---|
| Appeal window | on or before the due date of actual tax bill (typically February 1) to local Board of Assessors (M.G.L. c. 59, § 59) |
county/municipal-set; municipalities adopt either quarterly under M.G.L. c. 59 § 57C (Aug 1, Nov 1, Feb 1, May 1 - adopted by majority) or semi-annual under § 57 (Nov 1 and May 1). Regular annual schedule; tax year: fiscal year July 1 - June 30. Source: M.G.L. c. 59, § 57, § 57C, rules checked 2026-09-19. Confirm the amount and deadline on your official tax bill.
Counties, highest rate first
- Hampden CountyMedian home value $298,800
- Franklin CountyMedian home value $329,000
- Hampshire CountyMedian home value $390,300
- Berkshire CountyMedian home value $305,400
- Worcester CountyMedian home value $423,700
- Plymouth CountyMedian home value $556,000
- Bristol CountyMedian home value $451,200
- Norfolk CountyMedian home value $683,900
- Essex CountyMedian home value $619,100
- Middlesex CountyMedian home value $727,800
- Barnstable CountyMedian home value $629,000
- Suffolk CountyMedian home value $705,800
- Dukes CountyMedian home value $1,165,800
- Nantucket CountyMedian home value $1,593,800
Benchmark = median real estate taxes paid ÷ median home value, ACS 2020–2024 5-year. Counties where the Census reports a range ("less than $200", "$10,000 or more") get no rate.