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Connecticut has an effective property tax rate of 1.79%, producing an average annual bill of $6,153. The US national average is 1.07% — Connecticut's rate is well above, placing it at rank #47 out of 50 states (rank 1 = lowest).
Connecticut assesses property at 70% of fair market value (FMV). Each municipality sets its own mill rate, applied to the assessed value. Bridgeport has mill rates exceeding 50 mills; Greenwich and Westport run closer to 10-12 mills, partly due to high property values.
The Homeowner Property Tax Relief program provides credits for qualifying low/moderate-income homeowners aged 65+ or totally disabled. Veterans receive a $3,000 assessment reduction.
No statewide cap on annual increases. Revaluations occur every 5 years, which can cause significant jumps after periods of rising values.
Connecticut ranks consistently in the top 5 highest property tax states. The burden is compounded by having no broad-based income exclusion for senior citizens and relatively high local government spending.
The median home value in Connecticut is $370,000. Connecticut experienced a surprising boom during COVID as New York residents relocated, pushing prices up 30-40% in Fairfield County and Hartford suburbs. Values have held above pre-pandemic levels. At the 1.79% effective rate, a homeowner at the median value pays roughly $6,153/year in property taxes.
Data: Tax Foundation (2024), US Census Bureau ACS 2023, Zillow, ATTOM Data Solutions. Updated 2024–2025. Figures reflect state averages — consult a licensed professional for personalized advice.
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