Verified 2026 City Guide

North Stonington Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for North Stonington. Taxes are administered by Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

1.62%

State Avg

0.02%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in North Stonington, property taxes are officially administered by Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

North Stonington Tax Calculator

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How Property Taxes Work in North Stonington

Property taxes for North Stonington residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in North Stonington every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

North Stonington Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of North Stonington Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your North Stonington Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

North Stonington Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in North Stonington vary by parcel. Refer to the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region average rate of 1.6165739022882% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of North Stonington pay property taxes to the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Official

Property tax for North Stonington is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.