Property Tax Rates in Maine
Maine has a median annual property tax of $2,926 on a median home value of $266,400, resulting in an effective property tax rate of 1.10%. Below you will find a full breakdown of property taxes in every county in Maine.
Maine’s effective property tax rate of 1.10% is above the national average of 0.91%. Within the state, 9 counties have rates above the state median while 7 counties fall below it.
County Property Tax Rates in Maine
| County | Median Tax | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Housing Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland County | $4,577 | 1.11% | $411,400 | 130,003 |
| York County | $3,691 | 1.03% | $357,200 | 90,250 |
| Penobscot County | $2,435 | 1.26% | $193,800 | 64,769 |
| Kennebec County | $2,510 | 1.14% | $219,900 | 53,936 |
| Androscoggin County | $2,913 | 1.26% | $232,000 | 46,632 |
| Aroostook County | $1,611 | 1.22% | $131,700 | 29,684 |
| Hancock County | $2,445 | 0.88% | $278,400 | 24,992 |
| Oxford County | $2,103 | 1.09% | $192,300 | 23,694 |
| Somerset County | $1,798 | 1.16% | $155,200 | 22,737 |
| Knox County | $3,643 | 1.25% | $290,800 | 17,979 |
| Waldo County | $2,593 | 1.08% | $239,100 | 17,476 |
| Lincoln County | $2,850 | 0.93% | $306,200 | 16,201 |
| Sagadahoc County | $3,365 | 1.12% | $300,200 | 16,175 |
| Washington County | $1,654 | 1.12% | $147,100 | 13,989 |
| Franklin County | $1,897 | 1.07% | $176,700 | 12,457 |
| Piscataquis County | $1,487 | 0.97% | $153,300 | 8,111 |
About Property Taxes in Maine
Property taxes in Maine 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 Maine 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.