Salisbury center
27 Main St, Salisbury, CT 06068
Living in Salisbury, Connecticut
Salisbury is the northwesternmost town in Connecticut, in Litchfield County, where the Connecticut-Massachusetts-New York tri-state marker sits at the town's northwest corner. It includes the village of Lakeville and the hamlets of Lime Rock, Taconic and Amesville, and was the seat of an important iron industry from before the Revolution until about 1920.
Salisbury at a glance
- $767,500Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 9.80 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 35–40 minDrive to Torrington
- LitchfieldCounty · Northwest Hills Planning Region
Salisbury's villages and zip codes
Salisbury's zip codes are split among its villages: 06068 for Salisbury, 06039 for Lakeville and 06079 for Taconic.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury center | 06068 | The village around Main Street, where the town hall and Scoville Memorial Library are located. |
| Lakeville | 06039 |
Salisbury covers about 57.3 square miles and borders Sharon, North Canaan and Canaan. It was incorporated in 1741.
Things to do in Salisbury, CT
Start with Lime Rock Park and Appalachian Trail through Salisbury, then 1 more below.
Lime Rock Park
A road racing circuit in the southeast corner of town that has hosted sports car and vintage racing events since the 1950s.
60 White Hollow Rd, Lakeville, CT
Plan a visitAppalachian Trail through Salisbury
The Appalachian Trail crosses Salisbury, including a stretch over Bear Mountain, Connecticut's highest peak.
Salisbury, CT
Scoville Memorial Library
A public library and local history resource in the center of Salisbury village.
38 Main St, Salisbury, CT
A little history
Salisbury was established and incorporated in 1741 and became the seat of an important Connecticut iron industry from before the Revolution until roughly 1920.
The Connecticut-Massachusetts-New York tri-state marker is located at Salisbury's northwestern corner, making it the northwesternmost town in the state.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Salisbury
Salisbury's terrain includes several lakes, the Housatonic River along its eastern edge, and Bear Mountain and Mount Riga in the Taconic range.
- Bear Mountain / Mount Riga State ParkConnecticut's highest peak, reached via the Appalachian Trail, with surrounding state park land.
- Lake WononscopomucA lake bordering Lakeville used for boating and fishing.
- Housatonic RiverForms Salisbury's eastern boundary, with access points for fishing and paddling.
Walkability and getting around Salisbury
Salisbury village and Lakeville each have a walkable core of a few blocks with sidewalks, but the town overall is spread across rural hills and requires a car.
Lakeville
Lakeville, CT 06039
Drive times
- Torrington, about 25 miles35–40 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 55 miles70–80 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
There is no fixed-route public bus or train service within Salisbury; the nearest Metro-North service is well outside town in the Wassaic, NY or Housatonic Line area.
Salisbury property taxes and home prices
Salisbury's 2026–27 mill rate is 9.80, which is $9.80 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Connecticut taxes a home at 70% of its appraised value, so every $100,000 of value costs about $686 a year in taxes at 9.80 mills.
What homes in Salisbury sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $925,00049 sales | $625,0005 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $767,50052 sales | $575,0007 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Salisbury's mill rate for 2026–27
9.80mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Salisbury9.80 mills
- Motor vehicles9.80 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Salisbury's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 11.00 |
| 2023–24 | 11.00 |
| 2024–25 | 11.00 |
| 2025–26 | 11.00 |
| 2026–27 | 9.80 |
Salisbury's town rate went from 11.00 in 2022–23 to 9.80 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Salisbury property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-435-5170
Buying a home in Salisbury
What we check on a Salisbury purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, private well & septic and lake community.
First-time buyer programs in Salisbury
CHFA sets Salisbury's income and price limits for Litchfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Housatonic River forms Salisbury's eastern boundary and several lakes lie within town, so low-lying land near these waterways can fall within FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for SalisburyExpect a well and septic system
Salisbury is largely served by private wells and septic systems outside its village centers. Budget for a well-flow and septic inspection.
Lake association dues may apply
Homes near Salisbury's lakes may belong to a lake or road association with its own dues; ask what a listing's association covers before you make an offer.
All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. CHFA and USDA limits and eligibility are set by those agencies and change from time to time.
Thinking about buying in Salisbury?
Send us a Salisbury address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Salisbury: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Salisbury: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service in most of town
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicMostly septic; limited sewer service in village centers
- Trash and recyclingSalisbury does not run town-wide curbside collection; residents typically use a private hauler or the transfer station.
Town offices and contacts
Salisbury Town Hall is at 27 Main St, Salisbury, CT 06068. Hours: Monday–Thursday 8am–4pm, Friday 8am–3pm. Main line: 860-435-5170. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-435-5170
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and town meeting notices860-435-5170
- AssessorProperty values, assessments and GIS mapping860-435-5170
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment860-435-5170
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections860-435-5170
- Planning & ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations860-435-5170
- Parks & RecreationTown parks and recreation programs860-435-5170
- Scoville Memorial LibraryPublic library in Salisbury village
- Region 1 Schools (Salisbury Central School)School district serving Salisbury
Salisbury, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Salisbury, CT?
Salisbury's 2026–27 mill rate is 9.80, which is $9.80 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 9.80 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Salisbury?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 9.80 mills that's about $3,430 a year, or about $286 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Salisbury, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Salisbury was $767,500 across 52 sales, compared with $925,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $575,000 across 7 sales.
When is Salisbury's next revaluation?
Salisbury's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2030, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2031.
What county is Salisbury, CT in?
Salisbury is in Litchfield County, in the Northwest Hills Planning Region.
What zip codes does Salisbury use?
Salisbury village uses 06068, Lakeville uses 06039, and Taconic uses 06079.
Is there curbside trash pickup in Salisbury?
No. Salisbury does not provide town-wide curbside collection; residents use a private hauler or the transfer station.
Is Salisbury the northwesternmost town in Connecticut?
Yes. The Connecticut-Massachusetts-New York tri-state marker sits at Salisbury's northwestern corner.
What is Lime Rock Park?
Lime Rock Park is a road racing circuit in the southeast part of Salisbury that has hosted sports car and vintage racing since the 1950s.
Towns near Salisbury
Neighbors of Salisbury in Litchfield County and nearby. All Litchfield County towns.
Sources
- Mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, "Mill Rates for FY 2014–2027," data.ct.gov. Revaluation year: OPM, Revaluation Schedule 2023–2037.
- Home sales: "Real Estate Sales 2001–2024 GL," data.ct.gov. Medians use Salisbury sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Salisbury, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Salisbury CT - official website: salisburyct.us
- Lime Rock Park: limerock.com
- File:SalisburyCT TownHall.jpg - Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Doug Kerr, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.