Property Taxes in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Median Bridgeport, Connecticut effective property tax rate: 4.35%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Connecticut state median of 3.05%.
Median Bridgeport, Connecticut home value: $149,520
Median annual Bridgeport, Connecticut tax bill: $6,496, $4,096 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Fairfield calculated?
Property taxes in Bridgeport, Connecticut are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Bridgeport's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Bridgeport, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Bridgeport Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Bridgeport property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Bridgeport's median effective tax rate of 4.35% — based on actual property records in Fairfield County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessment process uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Bridgeport's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Bridgeport: rates range from $5,821.00 in 06610 to $7,550.00 in 06605, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Bridgeport.
About Bridgeport Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Bridgeport, Fairfield, Connecticut
Bridgeport’s median effective property tax rate of 4.35% is higher than the Connecticut state median of 3.05% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Fairfield County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Bridgeport. Homeowners in the 06608 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 4.35%, while those in 06610 pay 4.34%. This spread — 0.01 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Fairfield County. Understanding which part of Bridgeport you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Bridgeport homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Tax Assessor before the February 20, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Bridgeport's effective property tax rate to other cities in Connecticut and the median property tax rates in Connecticut and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Bridgeport Tax Rate
4.35%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Fairfield County Tax Rate
2.50%
Median Effective Connecticut Tax Rate
3.05%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06604 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06605 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06606 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06607 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06608 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06610 | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.34% | 4.35% | 4.35% |
| 06602 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
When examining property taxes in Bridgeport, Connecticut, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Fairfield County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Fairfield County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of December.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. For example, the median home price in Bridgeport is $149,520, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 06605 has the highest median home price at $173,770.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
Source: Ownwell
$133,970
$642,613
$1,151,255
Median Bridgeport Market Value
$149,520
Median Fairfield County Market Value
$335,010
Median Connecticut Market Value
$209,000
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06604 | $46,660 | $75,250 | $147,240 | $179,415 | $207,794 |
| 06605 | $99,610 | $134,620 | $173,770 | $228,920 | $271,812 |
| 06606 | $74,190 | $129,660 | $153,770 | $177,890 | $206,882 |
| 06607 | $85,447 | $105,184 | $135,010 | $158,690 | $177,606 |
| 06608 | $56,637 | $97,897 | $137,667 | $167,948 | $193,135 |
| 06610 | $46,080 | $92,990 | $133,970 | $159,965 | $188,938 |
| 06602 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
Property tax bills in Bridgeport are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price, and the local tax rate is applied to that assessment to determine the amount owed. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value generally leads to a larger tax bill, while a lower assessment can reduce what is due. In Fairfield County, the median home price is $149,520, and property tax bills in Bridgeport vary widely depending on location and assessment details.
The 25th percentile tax bill is $4,896, the 75th percentile is $7,752, and the 90th percentile reaches $9,235, showing how much bills can differ across the city. ZIP code 06605 has the highest median tax bill at $7,550, while ZIP code 06610 has the lowest median tax bill at $5,821. Because property taxes are a major ongoing housing cost, even small changes in assessed value can have a meaningful impact on homeowners.
Property Tax Bills Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
Source: Ownwell
$4,451
$14,828
$25,204
Median Bridgeport Tax Bill
$6,496
Median Fairfield County Tax Bill
$8,867
Median Connecticut Tax Bill
$6,666
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06604 | $2,027 | $3,270 | $6,398 | $7,796 | $9,028 |
| 06605 | $4,328 | $5,849 | $7,550 | $9,947 | $11,810 |
| 06606 | $3,224 | $5,633 | $6,681 | $7,729 | $8,989 |
| 06607 | $3,713 | $4,570 | $5,866 | $6,895 | $7,717 |
| 06608 | $2,460 | $4,254 | $5,982 | $7,297 | $8,392 |
| 06610 | $2,002 | $4,040 | $5,821 | $6,950 | $8,204 |
| 06602 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | February 20 |
Links | |
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| Fairfield Tax Assessor | |
| Website | gis.vgsi.com |