Property Tax Calculator

Annual and monthly property tax — by state.

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Effective rate1.60%
Annual property tax$5,600.00
Monthly (escrow)$466.67

Uses average effective property tax rates per state (2026). Actual rates vary by county and exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states have the highest property taxes?

New Jersey, Illinois, Connecticut, and New Hampshire have the highest effective rates (2%+). Hawaii, Alabama, and Colorado are among the lowest.

Is property tax paid monthly or yearly?

Most homeowners pay monthly through escrow as part of the mortgage payment; the lender pays the county annually. Without a mortgage, you pay the county directly, usually annually or semi-annually.

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