64% of U.S. Homeowners Are Shocked by Their Property Tax Bill, but 3 in 4 Have Never Appealed

Rising property taxes are placing increasing financial strain on homeowners, with many reporting significant increases in their tax bills and widespread concern about affordability, transparency and the ability to challenge assessments.

This growing cost burden signals heightened financial sensitivity among homeowners, creating implications for real estate, financial services, home improvement and insurance sectors that must address affordability concerns while helping consumers navigate rising housing-related expenses.