Property Tax Guides

State-by-state guides to understanding your property taxes, finding exemptions, and filing appeals.

New Jersey Property Tax Guide 2025

NJ has the highest property taxes in the nation at 2.23% on average. Learn about assessment cycles, appeals, and the Senior Freeze program.

Property taxes in NY vary wildly — from under 1% in Manhattan to over 3% upstate. Understand STAR exemptions, grievance processes, and more.

No income tax, but property taxes fund everything. Learn about homestead exemptions, Save Our Homes cap, and portability.

Maryland reassesses every 3 years with phased-in increases. Learn about the Homestead Credit, homeowner tax credits, and how to appeal.

Proposition 2½ limits annual tax increases, but rates still vary by town. Understand abatement processes, exemptions, and CPA surcharges.

CT has some of the highest property taxes in the US with mill rates set by each town. Learn about assessment ratios and elderly exemptions.

NC counties reassess every 4-8 years, creating sudden jumps. Learn about present-use value programs and the homestead exclusion for seniors.

No income tax means high property taxes. Learn about the $100K homestead exemption, 10% appraisal cap, and how to protest your value.

Prop 13 keeps rates low but complexity high. Understand reassessment triggers, Prop 19 inheritance rules, and supplemental tax bills.

WI ranks top 10 nationally at 1.73%. Learn about the Lottery Credit, Homestead Credit, Board of Review process, and levy limits.

No income tax but property taxes fund everything. Understand the 1% levy limit, senior deferrals, and Board of Equalization appeals.

IL has the 2nd highest property taxes in the US. Learn about Cook County's classification system, the Senior Freeze, and how to appeal.