Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Poland, Maine
Median Poland, Maine effective property tax rate: 1.65%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Maine state median of 1.47%.
Median Poland, Maine home value: $186,500
Median annual Poland, Maine tax bill: $3,106, $706 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Androscoggin calculated?
Property taxes in Poland, Maine 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 Poland's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Poland, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.65%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$3,077
$2,856
How Does the Poland Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Poland property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Poland's median effective tax rate of 1.65% — based on actual property records in Androscoggin County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local assessor uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Poland'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 Poland: rates range from 1.65% in 04274 to 1.65% in 04274, 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 Poland.
About Poland Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Poland, Androscoggin, Maine
Poland’s median effective property tax rate of 1.65% is higher than the Maine state median of 1.47% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Androscoggin 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 Poland. Homeowners in the 04274 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.65%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 1.65%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Androscoggin County. Understanding which part of Poland you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Poland homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the January 23, 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 Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
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 Poland's effective property tax rate to other cities in Maine and the median property tax rates in Maine 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 Poland Tax Rate
1.65%
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 Androscoggin County Tax Rate
2.22%
Median Effective Maine Tax Rate
1.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04274 | 1.65% | 1.65% | 1.65% | 1.65% | 1.65% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
When examining property taxes in Poland, Maine, 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 Androscoggin 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 Androscoggin County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
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 Poland, the median home price is $186,500, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 04274 has the highest median home price at $186,500.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
Source: Ownwell
$71,700
$164,600
$257,500
Median Poland Market Value
$186,500
Median Androscoggin County Market Value
$151,250
Median Maine Market Value
$242,800
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04274 | $30,350 | $107,625 | $186,500 | $285,975 | $423,950 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
Property tax bills in Poland are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. The assessed value is influenced by factors such as the home’s location, size, condition, and any improvements that may have been made. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a higher tax bill, even if the mortgage payment stays the same.
With a median home price of $186,500, the typical tax burden in Poland is meaningful for many households. The median property tax bill is $3,106, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also higher than the national median property tax rate of 1.02% would suggest for many homes. Tax bills can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $1,864 and the 75th percentile at $4,746, while the 90th percentile reaches $7,031.
Median Poland Tax Bill
$3,106
Median Androscoggin County Tax Bill
$3,435
Median Maine Tax Bill
$3,569
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Poland, Androscoggin County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04274 | $573 | $1,864 | $3,106 | $4,746 | $7,031 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | January 23 |
Links | |
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| Androscoggin Tax Assessor | |
| Website | auburnmaine.patriotproperties.com |