The rate in context
On a $400,000 home, 1.54% means roughly $6,160 per year in property tax, escrowed monthly, so it lands directly in your payment and your debt-to-income ratio.
Exemptions and notes
No statewide assessment cap; towns revalue every five years. The state caps the motor vehicle mill rate, and recent revaluations reset many assessments.
Sources: Tax Foundation 2026 (2024 ACS); CT Dept. of Revenue Services. County-level rates vary; your county page has local detail.
Counties in Connecticut
FAQ
What is the average property tax rate in Connecticut?
The average effective property tax rate in Connecticut is about 1.54%, per Tax Foundation 2026 (2024 ACS); CT Dept. of Revenue Services. Individual counties vary above and below that average.
How do Connecticut property taxes affect my mortgage?
Taxes are escrowed into your monthly payment, so a higher rate directly reduces how much house you qualify for. No statewide assessment cap; towns revalue every five years. The state caps the motor vehicle mill rate, and recent revaluations reset many assessments.