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New Bedford, MA Property Tax Guide — June 2026

The current residential property tax rate in New Bedford, Massachusetts — and what it means for your annual tax bill.

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
Residential Tax Rate
$11.31
Per
$1,000 of value
Tax on a Median Home
$5.1K/yr
Est. Monthly Tax
$421
vs. MA Average
9% below
Fiscal Year
FY2025

New Bedford Property Tax Overview

New Bedford, Massachusetts has a FY2025 residential property tax rate of $11.31 per $1,000 of assessed value. That works out to about $1,131 in annual tax for every $100,000 of assessed home value.

On a median-priced New Bedford home (around $447K), the estimated annual property tax bill is $5.1K, or roughly $421 per month. Your actual bill depends on your home's assessed value, which can differ from its market price.

At $11.31 per $1,000, New Bedford's rate is 9% below the Massachusetts statewide average of about $12.40. Property tax rates are set annually by each city or town and fund local schools, public safety, and services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in New Bedford, MA?

New Bedford's FY2025 residential property tax rate is $11.31 per $1,000 of assessed value.

How much is property tax on a home in New Bedford?

On a median-priced home of about $447K, the estimated New Bedford property tax is $5.1K per year (around $421 per month).

Is New Bedford's property tax high?

At $11.31 per $1,000, New Bedford is 9% below the Massachusetts average of roughly $12.40 per $1,000.

Market figures are derived from live MLS data and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not an appraisal or a guarantee of value. Last updated June 2026.