02671 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 02671 (West Harwich, Massachusetts) pay a median of $4,416/year in property taxes on homes valued at $593,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.74%, which is 34% below the Massachusetts state average of 1.13%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 02671 is approximately $368, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Barnstable County. This is $1,316 less than the Massachusetts average of $5,732/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Massachusetts, 02671 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 02115 (0.74%) and 02459 (0.75%).

In West Harwich, property taxes represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $101,917, 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.