How Do Arlington's Property Tax Bills Compare to Nearby Towns?

Curious about how Arlington’s property tax bills compare to nearby towns? The Boston Business Journal recently compiled a report on average property tax bills in communities across the commonwealth.

According to the report, “A Boston Business Journal analysis has highlighted wide disparities in the average property-tax bills paid by homeowners throughout the commonwealth, with many communities in the wealthier suburbs around Boston posting average levels that are two-to-three times the state median of $3,533.”

So how does Arlington’s 2014 average property tax bill compare to nearby towns? (First number is “statewide rank.”)

1.) Weston, $17,832

9.) Lexington, $11,481

13.) Belmont, $10,566

14.) Winchester, $10,195

48.) Arlington, $7,099

151.) Medford, $4,488

338.) Hancock, $674

According to the report, Arlington’s average property tax bill increased by 4 percent from 2013 and 65 percent from 2003.

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