Strafford County, NH property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Strafford County is 1.98%, above the New Hampshire median of 1.77% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $6,582 a year on a home worth $332,400.
- Effective rate
- 1.98%
- Median annual bill
- $6,582
- Median home value
- $332,400
- Rank in New Hampshire
- 5of 10
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $3,960 | $330 |
| $300,000 | $5,940 | $495 |
| $400,000 | $7,920 | $660 |
| $500,000 | $9,900 | $825 |
| $750,000 | $14,850 | $1,238 |
| $1,000,000 | $19,800 | $1,650 |
Strafford County compared with New Hampshire and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strafford County | 1.98% | $6,582 | $332,400 |
| New Hampshire median | 1.77% | $6,505 | $367,200 |
| 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 Strafford County, NH?
The median effective property tax rate in Strafford County is 1.98% of home value, above the New Hampshire median of 1.77% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $6,582 a year on a median home value of $332,400 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Strafford County?
About $7,920 per year at the county's median effective rate of 1.98%, 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 Strafford County compare with the rest of New Hampshire?
Strafford County ranks 5 of 10 New Hampshire counties by effective rate. The New Hampshire median is 1.77% and the median bill is $6,505.