What is the property tax rate in Bangor, ME?

Bangor has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.45%. On a median home valued at $206,300, homeowners pay approximately $2,998 per year in property taxes.

How does Bangor compare to Penobscot County?

Bangor's effective rate of 1.45% is 25% higher than the Penobscot County average of 1.16%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,481, while Bangor homeowners pay an estimated $2,998.

How much are property taxes in Bangor on a $300,000 home?

Based on Bangor's effective rate of 1.45%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $4,350 per year, or about $363 per month.

Bangor Property Tax Rate

Penobscot County, Maine

1.45%effective rate

Bangor is located in Penobscot County, Maine. Homeowners in Bangor pay a median of $2,998 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $206,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.45%. This is 25% higher than the Penobscot County average of 1.16%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.45%

vs 1.16% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,998

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$206,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

31,663

Bangor, ME

How Bangor Compares

Bangor

1.45%

Penobscot County Average

1.16%

Maine Average

1.02%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Bangor

Property taxes in Bangor are collected by Penobscot County. Tax exemptions available to Penobscot County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Bangor. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Penobscot County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,350

$363/month · Rate: 1.45%

Penobscot County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.