Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Property Tax Rate

Connecticut

1.62%effective rate

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut has an effective property tax rate of 1.62%, which is 76% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $323,400, homeowners pay approximately $5,228 per year in property taxes. Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region ranks #7 out of 9 counties in Connecticut for property tax rates. Since 2022, the median bill has risen 4.6% while home values gained 17.2%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Norwich, where the median annual bill is $4,682.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$5,228

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$323,400

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

6.04%

Median income: $86,586

State Rank📍

#7

of 9 counties in CT

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$5,223

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$5,235

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region pay on average -$12 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Compares

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
1.62%
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

Between 2022 and 2024, the median property tax bill in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region rose 4.6% (from $4,999 to $5,228), while the median home value climbed 17.2%. The effective tax rate fell from 1.81% to 1.62% over the same period.

YearMedian TaxMedian Home ValueEffective Rate
2022$4,999$275,9001.81%
2023$5,146$293,9001.75%
2024$5,228$323,4001.62%

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

Connecticut Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Southeastern Connecticut 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

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,860

$405/month · Rate: 1.62%

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Quick Facts

Population279,971
Owner-Occupied59.6%
National Rank#249 of 3,135
Median Income$86,586

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Cities in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Explore property tax data for 2 cities in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Norwich$4,6822.02%
New London$4,8372.06%

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.