Unity, Waldo County, Maine Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Unity, Maine
Median Unity, Maine effective property tax rate: 1.52%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Maine state median of 1.47%.
Median Unity, Maine home value: $169,600
Median annual Unity, Maine tax bill: $2,569, $169 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Waldo calculated?
Property taxes in Unity, 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 Unity's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Unity, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Unity, Waldo County, Maine Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,578
$2,392
How Does the Unity Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Unity property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property’s assessed value and our calculator applies Unity’s median effective tax rate of 1.52% — based on actual property records in Waldo 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 Unity’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 Unity: rates range from 1.52% in 04988 to 1.52% in 04988, 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 Unity.
About Unity Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Unity, Waldo, Maine
Unity’s median effective property tax rate of 1.52% is higher than the Maine state median of 1.47% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Waldo 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 Unity, but the available data shows the same median effective rate of 1.52% in ZIP code 04988. That means homeowners in this area face a consistent rate across the city, even though local levies can still affect the final bill.
Unity 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 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 Unity, Waldo 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 Unity'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 Unity Tax Rate
1.52%
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 Waldo County Tax Rate
1.54%
Median Effective Maine Tax Rate
1.47%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04988 | 1.51% | 1.51% | 1.52% | 1.52% | 1.52% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
When examining property taxes in Unity, 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 Waldo 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:
In Waldo 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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Unity.
For example, the median home price in Unity is $169,600, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 04988 has the highest median home price at $169,600.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
Source: Ownwell
$123,845
$222,623
$321,400
Median Unity Market Value
$169,600
Median Waldo County Market Value
$197,900
Median Maine Market Value
$242,800
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04988 | $62,500 | $118,100 | $169,600 | $234,500 | $302,680 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
Property tax bills in Unity are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by the county and other taxing authorities. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change too, which affects the final bill. For a home with a median price of $169,600, the tax bill is shaped by how local assessments compare with that value and by the rates applied to fund public services.
Homeowners in Unity can see a wide range in annual property taxes. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,789, while the 75th percentile is $3,553 and the 90th percentile is $4,586. The median tax bill in the area is $2,569, which is above the national median property tax bill of $2,400. That means some homeowners pay less than the national median, while others pay more depending on their assessed value and local rate.
Median Unity Tax Bill
$2,569
Median Waldo County Tax Bill
$3,078
Median Maine Tax Bill
$3,569
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Unity, Waldo County, Maine
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04988 | $947 | $1,789 | $2,569 | $3,553 | $4,586 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | February 2 |
Links | |
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| Waldo Tax Assessor | |
| Website | www.cityofbelfast.org |