Connecticut property tax
Northeast region · 9 counties · Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)
Connecticut has a population-weighted effective property-tax rate of 1.92% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) — +78.1% versus the US average of 1.08%, far above the US average effective rate. The typical bill is about $6,883 on a median home worth around $370,056. Connecticut ranks #3 of 51 states by property-tax rate (1 = highest). Within the state, Greater Bridgeport Planning Region is highest at 2.15% and Western Connecticut Planning Region is lowest at 1.48%.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Connecticut property tax at a glance
| Figure | Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Effective property-tax rate (pop-weighted) | 1.92% |
| Median-of-counties rate | 1.80% |
| Typical median bill | $6,883 |
| Typical median home value | $370,056 |
| Versus US average rate | +78.1% (US avg 1.08%) |
| State rank (1 = highest of 51) | #3 |
| Counties | 9 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
Connecticut counties ranked by property-tax rate
Counties in Connecticut, highest effective rate first. Counties with their own page are linked.
| Rank | County | Median tax/yr | Median home value | Effective rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | $8,550 | $397,000 | 2.15% |
| 2 | Capitol Planning Region | $6,390 | $298,200 | 2.14% |
| 3 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | $5,926 | $290,800 | 2.04% |
| 4 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | $6,676 | $328,300 | 2.03% |
| 5 | Northwest Hills Planning Region | $5,609 | $311,700 | 1.80% |
| 6 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | $6,326 | $359,000 | 1.76% |
| 7 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $5,146 | $293,900 | 1.75% |
| 8 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $4,340 | $281,300 | 1.54% |
| 9 | Western Connecticut Planning Region | $9,222 | $625,400 | 1.48% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 5-year estimates. Data as of June 2026.
How Connecticut compares with other states
| State | Effective rate | Median bill | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (this state) | 1.92% | $6,883 | +78.1% |
| New Hampshire | 1.80% | $6,480 | +66.9% |
| Illinois | 2.09% | $5,514 | +93.9% |
| New Jersey | 2.11% | $9,055 | +95.7% |
| Vermont | 1.73% | $5,156 | +60.3% |
| Texas | 1.62% | $4,366 | +49.6% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the property-tax rate in Connecticut?
Connecticut's population-weighted effective property-tax rate is 1.92% of home value (Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)), +78.1% versus the US average of 1.08%. The typical bill works out to about $6,883 on a $370,056 home. It ranks #3 of 51 states (1 = highest).
Which Connecticut county has the highest property tax?
In Connecticut, Greater Bridgeport Planning Region has the highest effective property-tax rate at 2.15% (median tax $8,550). The lowest is Western Connecticut Planning Region at 1.48%. Source: Census ACS 2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year).
Is property tax high in Connecticut?
Connecticut is among the highest on property tax at a 1.92% effective rate, far above the US average effective rate. The median Connecticut home is worth about $370,056 and the median bill is around $6,883. Rates vary widely between its 9 counties.
How is the Connecticut property-tax rate calculated?
It is a population-weighted average of each county's effective rate (median real estate taxes paid / median home value), using Census ACS 2023 5-year tables B25103 and B25077. A median-of-counties rate (1.80%) is also computed as a check. These are area medians, not statutory mill rates.
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Source & accuracy
State figures aggregate county-level Census ACS (2019-2023 (ACS 2023 5-year)) data (median real estate taxes paid B25103, median home value B25077), population-weighted. US public domain. These are area medians, not statutory rates or your individual bill — your property tax depends on your assessed value, exemptions and local levy. Verify with your county assessor. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20