Property Tax by State 2026: From New Jersey's 2.23% to Hawaii's 0.27%

Highest Property Tax States

New Jersey (2.23%), Illinois (2.08%), New Hampshire (1.86%), Connecticut (1.79%), and Texas (1.67%) lead the nation.

Lowest Property Tax States

Hawaii (0.28%), Alabama (0.40%), Louisiana (0.55%), South Carolina (0.55%), and West Virginia (0.57%) have the lowest effective rates.

Impact on Homeowners

On a $300,000 home, annual property tax ranges from $840 (Hawaii) to $6,690 (New Jersey) — a difference of nearly $6,000 per year.

Use our property tax calculator to estimate your bill.