Connecticut homeowners paid a median $6,643 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 1.81%. The lowest county is Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region (1.42%) and the highest is Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (2.02%) (Census 2020–2024).
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| # | County | Median tax | Median value | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $4,375 | $307,600 | 1.42% |
| 2 | Western Connecticut Planning Region | $9,295 | $652,900 | 1.42% |
| 3 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | $5,228 | $323,400 | 1.62% |
| 4 | Northwest Hills Planning Region | $5,593 | $335,600 | 1.67% |
| 5 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | $6,357 | $379,700 | 1.67% |
| 6 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | $5,983 | $317,700 | 1.88% |
| 7 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | $6,759 | $353,100 | 1.91% |
| 8 | Capitol Planning Region | $6,454 | $323,700 | 1.99% |
| 9 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | $8,670 | $428,800 | 2.02% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What county has the lowest property tax in Connecticut?
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, with a median effective rate of 1.42% ($4,375 median tax), per Census 2020–2024.
What county has the highest property tax in Connecticut?
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region at 2.02% ($8,670 median tax).
How much is property tax in Connecticut?
Connecticut homeowners paid a median $6,643 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 1.81%. The lowest county is Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region (1.42%) and the highest is Greater Bridgeport Planning Region (2.02%) (Census 2020–2024).