York County, ME property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in York County is 1.03%, below the Maine median of 1.10% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $3,691 a year on a home worth $357,200.
- Effective rate
- 1.03%
- Median annual bill
- $3,691
- Median home value
- $357,200
- Rank in Maine
- 13of 16
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $2,060 | $172 |
| $300,000 | $3,090 | $258 |
| $400,000 | $4,120 | $343 |
| $500,000 | $5,150 | $429 |
| $750,000 | $7,725 | $644 |
| $1,000,000 | $10,300 | $858 |
York County compared with Maine and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| York County | 1.03% | $3,691 | $357,200 |
| Maine median | 1.10% | $2,926 | $266,400 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in York County, ME?
The median effective property tax rate in York County is 1.03% of home value, below the Maine median of 1.10% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $3,691 a year on a median home value of $357,200 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in York County?
About $4,120 per year at the county's median effective rate of 1.03%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does York County compare with the rest of Maine?
York County ranks 13 of 16 Maine counties by effective rate. The Maine median is 1.10% and the median bill is $2,926.