Massachusetts Property Tax Calculator
Massachusetts property tax, estimated for 2026. Enter your assessed value and municipality to get your projected annual bill, factoring in city rates (0.5%–2.0%+), residential exemption, and senior circuit breaker.Updated 2026
Massachusetts Property Tax Estimator — Quick Look
Estimated annual property tax for common home values.
| Assessed Value | City | Tax Rate | Annual Tax | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $400,000 | Boston (1.0%) | 1.00% | $4,000 | $333 |
| $600,000 | Boston (1.0%) | 1.00% | $6,000 | $500 |
| $600,000 | Cambridge (0.7%) | 0.70% | $4,200 | $350 |
| $600,000 | Worcester (1.6%) | 1.60% | $9,600 | $800 |
| $800,000 | Boston (1.0%) | 1.00% | $8,000 | $667 |
* Estimates for primary residence. Actual tax varies by city and special districts.
Massachusetts Property Tax Information 2026
Average Effective Rate: 1.05%–1.40% City + School + County
Assessment Ratio: Residential property assessed at 100% of market value.
Key Programs:
- Residential Exemption: Many cities offer exemption for owner-occupied primary residences (varies by city)
- Senior Circuit Breaker: Tax credit for seniors 65+ (up to $2,000, income-based)
- Proposition 2½: Limits tax levy increases to 2.5% plus new growth
- Veterans Exemption: Available for eligible veterans
Tax Composition: City ~30%, School ~60%, County ~5%, Special districts ~5%
Source: Massachusetts Department of Revenue — Updated July 2026
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📊 Data Methodology
Massachusetts property tax calculations use city-specific rates from the MA Department of Revenue. 100% assessment ratio applies. Residential exemption and senior circuit breaker vary by eligibility. Source: MA DOR · Updated July 2026