Melrose, Massachusetts — Tax Burden

What is the tax burden in Melrose, Massachusetts?
Melrose, Massachusetts has a total tax burden of 12.39%, ranking #1799 nationally. Property tax rate: 0.92%, state income tax: 5.000%, sales tax: 6.25%. Median household income is $126,305.
Source: US Census ACS, 2022

Ranked #1799 nationally for total tax burden among 6,688+ US cities.

Total Tax Burden
12.39%
Rank: 1799th nationally
Property Tax Rate
0.92%
Rank: 3706th nationally
Income Tax Rate
5.000%
Massachusetts state rate
Sales Tax Rate
6.25%
State + local combined

Tax Burden Breakdown

Property (43%)Income (40%)Sales (17%)
Median Income: $126,305
Median Home Value: $732,300
Median Property Tax: $6,728/yr
Population: 29,477