Taxes are Incorrect

My Taxes are Wrong - What should I do?

1. Remember the tax rate and valuations of homes change every year. You might see an increase compared to last year or possibly last quarter. 

2. Call the Tax Office to double check your bill and make sure no mistakes occurred. They can be reached at (978) 671 - 0920. Or send am email to the Tax Collector directly at ERusso@Town.Billerica.MA.US 

3. Call the Assessors Office to check your valuation at (978) 671 - 0971 or check the GIS Maps for your total valuation. 

4. If you believe your valuation is incorrect please fill out an abatement form attached here. Or call the Assessors Office at (978) 671 - 0971.

How Taxes are Calculated: 

Tax bills are mailed out four times annually (in January, April, July and October), and they are due within 30 days of being sent. 

Tax rates in Massachusetts are determined by cities and towns. They are expressed in dollars per $1,000 of assessed value (often referred to as mill rates). For example, if your assessed value is $200,000 and your tax rate is 10, your total annual tax would be $2,000.

FY2020 Tax Rate:

Residential: $12.99

Commercial: $30.03