Property Tax Rates in Connecticut
Connecticut has a median annual property tax of $6,575 on a median home value of $343,200, resulting in an effective property tax rate of 1.92%. Below you will find a full breakdown of property taxes in every county in Connecticut.
Connecticut’s effective property tax rate of 1.92% is above the national average of 0.91%. Within the state, 4 counties have rates above the state median while 5 counties fall below it.
County Property Tax Rates in Connecticut
| County | Median Tax | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Housing Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Planning Region | $6,390 | 2.14% | $298,200 | 389,086 |
| Western Connecticut Planning Region | $9,222 | 1.47% | $625,400 | 232,279 |
| South Central Connecticut Planning Region | $6,676 | 2.03% | $328,300 | 227,739 |
| Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | $5,926 | 2.04% | $290,800 | 178,340 |
| Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | $8,550 | 2.15% | $397,000 | 118,335 |
| Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $5,146 | 1.75% | $293,900 | 114,577 |
| Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | $6,326 | 1.76% | $359,000 | 73,624 |
| Northwest Hills Planning Region | $5,609 | 1.80% | $311,700 | 47,035 |
| Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $4,340 | 1.54% | $281,300 | 39,155 |
About Property Taxes in Connecticut
Property taxes in Connecticut are levied at the county level and are a primary funding source for local government services including public schools, law enforcement, fire protection, and infrastructure maintenance. The effective tax rate varies significantly between counties depending on local budgets, assessed values, and any applicable exemptions or caps.
Homeowners in Connecticut should be aware that the median tax figures shown above reflect actual taxes paid, which may differ from the statutory rate due to homestead exemptions, senior exemptions, assessment ratios, and other adjustments. Click on any county name to see detailed tax information and use our property tax calculator.