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Property Tax Calculator

Calculate your property tax

Annual Property Tax

$6,720

Monthly

$560

Effective Rate

1.68%

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%
Annual Property Tax
$6,720
$560/month
Effective Rate
1.68%
Assessed Value
$400,000
Monthly Tax
$560
Tax Rate
1.68%

Tax Assessment

Assessed Value$400,000
Annual Tax$6,720

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How are property taxes calculated?

Property tax = Assessed Value × Tax Rate. Assessed value may differ from market value based on your area's assessment ratio. Tax rates vary by county/municipality.

Q

Which states have highest property taxes?

Highest: New Jersey (2.23%), Illinois (2.08%), New Hampshire (1.93%). Lowest: Hawaii (0.31%), Alabama (0.39%), Colorado (0.51%). Rates vary significantly within states.

Q

What is assessment ratio?

Assessment ratio is the percentage of market value used for tax calculation. Some areas assess at 100%, others at 50% or less. A lower ratio means lower taxes.

Q

Can I appeal my property taxes?

Yes! If your assessed value seems too high, you can appeal. Gather evidence of comparable sales, get an appraisal, and follow your county's appeal process. Deadlines are strict.

Q

Are property taxes tax-deductible?

Yes, if you itemize deductions. The SALT (State and Local Tax) deduction limit is $10,000 for property + state income taxes combined. This may limit the benefit in high-tax states.

Q

How often do property taxes change?

Assessment values typically update every 1-5 years depending on location. Tax rates can change annually based on local budget needs. Your taxes may increase even without reassessment.

Example Calculations

1$350,000 Home in Texas (1.68% Rate)

Inputs

Home Value$350,000
StateTX (1.68%)
Assessment Ratio100%

Result

Annual Property Tax$5,880
Monthly Tax$490/month
Effective Rate1.68%
Assessed Value$350,000

Annual tax = $350,000 x (1.68 / 100) = $5,880. Monthly = $5,880 / 12 = $490. Assessed value at 100% ratio = $350,000.

2$500,000 Home in New Jersey (2.23% Rate)

Inputs

Home Value$500,000
StateNJ (2.23%)
Assessment Ratio100%

Result

Annual Property Tax$11,150
Monthly Tax$929/month
Effective Rate2.23%
Assessed Value$500,000

Annual tax = $500,000 x (2.23 / 100) = $11,150. Monthly = $11,150 / 12 = $929. New Jersey has the highest average property tax rate in the U.S. at 2.23%.

Formulas Used

Annual Property Tax

Annual Tax = Home Value x (Tax Rate / 100)

Calculates the yearly property tax based on the home value and the applicable tax rate.

Where:

Home Value= Market value of the property
Tax Rate= Effective property tax rate (state average or custom), expressed as a percentage

Monthly Property Tax

Monthly Tax = Annual Tax / 12

Divides the annual property tax into monthly payments, useful for budgeting and escrow estimates.

Where:

Annual Tax= Total property tax owed for the year

Assessed Value

Assessed Value = Home Value x (Assessment Ratio / 100)

The assessed value used by local governments. Some jurisdictions assess at less than full market value.

Where:

Home Value= Fair market value of the property
Assessment Ratio= Percentage of market value used for assessment (commonly 100%)

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Last Updated: Feb 12, 2026

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