Connecticut Property Tax Rates by County (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates across 9 Connecticut counties. Homeowners who believe their property is over-assessed can appeal their assessment. The deadline to appeal is February 20.
Effective Tax Rate
1.80%
Higher than the national median of 1.02%
Median Home Value
$311,700
Median Annual Tax Bill
$6,326
How Are Property Taxes Calculated in Connecticut?
Property taxes in Connecticut are based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by local tax rates set by school districts, municipalities, and other taxing authorities. The median effective tax rate across Connecticut counties is 1.80%, which is above the national median of 1.02%.
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, you have the right to appeal the assessment. TaxDrop handles the entire process — you only pay if we save you $500 or more.
All 9 Connecticut Counties
| County | Eff. Tax Rate | Median Home Value | Median Annual Tax Bill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Planning Region → | 2.14% | $298,200 | $6,390 |
| Greater Bridgeport Planning Region → | 2.15% | $397,000 | $8,550 |
| Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region → | 1.76% | $359,000 | $6,326 |
| Naugatuck Valley Planning Region → | 2.04% | $290,800 | $5,926 |
| Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region → | 1.54% | $281,300 | $4,340 |
| Northwest Hills Planning Region → | 1.80% | $311,700 | $5,609 |
| South Central Connecticut Planning Region → | 2.03% | $328,300 | $6,676 |
| Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region → | 1.75% | $293,900 | $5,146 |
| Western Connecticut Planning Region → | 1.47% | $625,400 | $9,222 |
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Key Highlights
Highest Tax Rate
2.15%
Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
Lowest Tax Rate
1.47%
Western Connecticut Planning Region
Highest Tax Bill
$9,222
Western Connecticut Planning Region
Lowest Tax Bill
$4,340
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Think your property is over-assessed?
TaxDrop helps Connecticut homeowners appeal their property tax assessment. You pay nothing unless we save you $500 or more.
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Filing a property tax appeal in Connecticut is your legal right. Here is the basic process:
- Review your annual assessment notice from your local assessor.
- File your appeal before the deadline (February 20).
- Gather evidence: recent comparable sales, photos of property condition issues, and any independent appraisals.
- Attend a hearing or submit your evidence for review.
- Receive a decision on your assessed value.
TaxDrop handles this entire process for you. Our experts analyze your property, build your case, and represent you. You only pay if we save you $500 or more.
Stop overpaying on property taxes
30-60% of properties are over-assessed, but only 5% of homeowners challenge their bill. TaxDrop makes it easy to fight back. No upfront cost. No fee if we save you less than $500.
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