Northwest Hills Planning Region Property Tax Rate

Connecticut

1.67%effective rate

Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut has an effective property tax rate of 1.67%, which is 82% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $335,600, homeowners pay approximately $5,593 per year in property taxes. Northwest Hills Planning Region ranks #6 out of 9 counties in Connecticut for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$5,593

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$335,600

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

5.98%

Median income: $93,551

State Rank📍

#6

of 9 counties in CT

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$5,653

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$5,482

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Northwest Hills Planning Region pay on average $171 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Northwest Hills Planning Region Compares

Northwest Hills Planning Region
1.67%
Connecticut Average
1.81%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Connecticut

Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
2.02%
Capitol Planning Region
1.99%
South Central Connecticut Planning Region
1.91%
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region
1.88%
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
1.67%
Northwest Hills Planning Region
1.67%
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
1.62%
Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
1.42%

Historical Property Tax Trends

YearMedian TaxMedian Home ValueEffective Rate
2022$5,611$296,8001.89%
2023$5,609$311,7001.80%
2024$5,593$335,6001.67%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Connecticut Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Northwest Hills Planning Region homeowners

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

Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property tax in Northwest Hills Planning Region

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$50k$2M

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$5,010

$418/month · Rate: 1.67%

Quick Facts

Population113,216
Owner-Occupied65.5%
National Rank#212 of 3,135
Median Income$93,551

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. 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.