Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Milton Twp, Maine
Median Milton TWP, Maine effective property tax rate: 0.96%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Maine state median of 1.47%.
Median Milton TWP, Maine home value: $149,945
Median annual Milton TWP, Maine tax bill: $1,438, $962 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Oxford calculated?
Property taxes in Milton TWP, 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 Milton TWP's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Milton TWP, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,439
$1,336
How Does the Milton Twp Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Milton Twp property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Milton Twp's median effective tax rate of 0.96% — based on actual property records in Oxford County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure used to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Milton Twp'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 Milton Twp: rates range from 0.96% in 04219 to 0.96% in 04219, 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 Milton Twp.
About Milton Twp Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Milton Twp, Oxford, Maine
Milton Twp’s median effective property tax rate of 0.96% is lower than the Maine state median of 1.47% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Oxford County base levy combined with local school district levies and special assessment districts that vary by subdivision throughout the township.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Milton Twp. Homeowners in ZIP code 04219 carry a median effective rate of 0.96%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 0.96%. That means the rate is consistent across the area, but assessed values and local levies still shape the final bill.
Milton Twp homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the March 30, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill 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 Milton Twp, Oxford 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 Milton Twp'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 Ă· 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 Milton Twp Tax Rate
0.96%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Oxford County Tax Rate
1.47%
Median Effective Maine Tax Rate
1.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04219 | 0.96% | 0.96% | 0.96% | 0.96% | 0.96% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
When examining property taxes in Milton Twp, 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. Oxford County 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 are sent in the spring each year and typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month. Each property owner receives a 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 Milton Twp is $149,945, with the median tax bill at $1,438, below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. The highest median home price is in 04219 at $149,945.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
Source: Ownwell
$26,046
$174,373
$322,700
Median Milton Twp Market Value
$149,945
Median Oxford County Market Value
$180,633
Median Maine Market Value
$242,800
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04219 | $34,585 | $62,660 | $149,945 | $196,058 | $250,006 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
Property tax bills in Milton Twp are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Oxford County. When a property’s market value is assessed, that value is used to calculate the tax bill, so homes with higher assessed values generally owe more. The median home price in Milton Twp is $149,945, and the median tax bill is $1,438, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
Several factors can affect what a homeowner pays, including the home’s assessed value, local levy rates, and any exemptions or adjustments that apply. Tax bills can vary widely across the area, with the 25th percentile at $601 and the 75th percentile at $1,880, while the 90th percentile reaches $2,398. For homeowners, this means property taxes can be a meaningful part of annual housing costs, especially when assessed values rise faster than income or local tax rates increase.
Median Milton Twp Tax Bill
$1,438
Median Oxford County Tax Bill
$2,533
Median Maine Tax Bill
$3,569
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Milton Twp, Oxford County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04219 | $332 | $601 | $1,438 | $1,880 | $2,398 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | January 1 |
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| Oxford Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.axisgis.com |