Connecticut Property Tax Rate
9 Counties
Connecticut has an effective property tax rate of 1.81%, ranking it #3 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Connecticut pays $6,643 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $366,900. This rate is 97% higher than the national average of 0.92%.
1.81%
#3 of 50 states
$6,643
Per year
$366,900
2024 estimate
9
Population: 3,624,508
Property Tax Rates by County in Connecticut
| Rank ▲ | County | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 2.02% |
| #2 | Capitol Planning Region | 1.99% |
| #3 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 1.91% |
| #4 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | 1.88% |
| #5 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | 1.67% |
| #6 | Northwest Hills Planning Region | 1.67% |
| #7 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 1.62% |
| #8 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 1.42% |
| #9 | Western Connecticut Planning Region | 1.42% |
How Connecticut Compares
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
$5,430
$453/month · Rate: 1.81%
Home Value
$300,000
Taxable Value
$300,000
Effective Rate
1.81%
Connecticut Property Tax Exemptions
General Homestead
Varies by municipality
Varies by municipality
Over 65/Disability
Varies by municipality; typically $10,000-$40,000 in assessed value
Homeowners age 65+ or permanently disabled; income limits apply
Disabled Veteran
$1,500 to $3,000 in assessed value based on disability rating
Veterans with service-connected disability
Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.
When Are Property Taxes Due in Connecticut?
There is no single statewide due date in Connecticut. Most towns bill real estate taxes in two installments due July 1 and January 1 (delinquent after a 30-day grace period on August 1 and February 1), while some towns bill annually or quarterly.
Dates vary by locality
Connecticut has no county governments for tax purposes; property taxes are assessed and billed by each of the 169 towns/cities, which set their own due dates. The most common pattern is semiannual real estate billing with installments due July 1 and January 1, each with a statutory 30-day grace period (so payments become delinquent August 1 and February 1). Some smaller towns bill the entire amount once on July 1, and a few bill quarterly. Homeowners should confirm with their town tax collector.
If you pay late: Delinquent taxes accrue interest at 1.5% per month (18% per year) calculated from the original due date, with a $2 minimum, per state law.
See how Connecticut compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.