02563 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 02563 (Sandwich, Massachusetts) pay a median of $6,329/year in property taxes on homes valued at $552,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.14%, which is near the Massachusetts state average of 1.13%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 02563 is approximately $527, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Barnstable County. This is $597 more than the Massachusetts average of $5,732/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Massachusetts, 02563 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 02777 (1.15%) and 01702 (1.15%).

In Sandwich, property taxes represent approximately 5.4% of the median household income of $117,558, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Massachusetts has no statewide property tax cap; Barnstable County properties are revalued periodically, meaning your assessed value adjusts to market conditions over time. Chapter 59 exemptions for seniors (65+), veterans, and surviving spouses are available—apply to the Barnstable County Assessor's office before the October 1 deadline with required documentation. Check whether your town participates in the Community Preservation Act surcharge; if so, this 1–3% addition applies on top of your regular property tax bill.