Property tax in Connecticut
The effective rate is about 1.54% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $6,160 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Property tax
1.54%
of home value a year
Tax on a $400,000 home
$6,160
A month
$513
Rank
49 of 51
1 = lowest
| State | Property tax | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 1.50% | 47 |
| Vermont | 1.51% | 48 |
| Connecticut | 1.54% | 49 |
| Illinois | 1.88% | 50 |
| New Jersey | 1.88% | 51 |
Common questions
What is the property tax rate in Connecticut?
The effective rate is about 1.54% of the home's value a year (Tax Foundation, 2024). On a $400,000 home that is about $6,160 a year (our calculation). Rates vary a lot by county and town.
Does Connecticut have high property taxes?
Connecticut ranks 49 of 51 (1 = lowest effective rate), based on Tax Foundation's 2024 figures.
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