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Waltham, MA Property Tax Guide — June 2026

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

Updated June 2026 · Live MLS data
Residential Tax Rate
$9.82
Per
$1,000 of value
Tax on a Median Home
$8.3K/yr
Est. Monthly Tax
$691
vs. MA Average
21% below
Fiscal Year
FY2025

Waltham Property Tax Overview

Waltham, Massachusetts has a FY2025 residential property tax rate of $9.82 per $1,000 of assessed value. That works out to about $982 in annual tax for every $100,000 of assessed home value.

On a median-priced Waltham home (around $845K), the estimated annual property tax bill is $8.3K, or roughly $691 per month. Your actual bill depends on your home's assessed value, which can differ from its market price.

At $9.82 per $1,000, Waltham's rate is 21% 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 Waltham, MA?

Waltham's FY2025 residential property tax rate is $9.82 per $1,000 of assessed value.

How much is property tax on a home in Waltham?

On a median-priced home of about $845K, the estimated Waltham property tax is $8.3K per year (around $691 per month).

Is Waltham's property tax high?

At $9.82 per $1,000, Waltham is 21% 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.