Amherst Town, Massachusetts — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Amherst Town, Massachusetts?
Amherst Town, Massachusetts has a total tax burden of 19.20%, ranking #38 nationally. Property tax rate: 1.87%, state income tax: 5.000%, sales tax: 6.25%. Median household income is $68,427.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #38 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
19.20%
Rank: 38th nationally
Property Tax Rate
1.87%
Rank: 1093rd nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.000%
Massachusetts state rate
Sales Tax Rate
6.25%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (63%)Income (26%)Sales (11%)
Median Income: $68,427
Median Home Value: $443,400
Median Property Tax: $8,305/yr
Population: 33,389