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Notable Top Taxpayer Facts and Figures

Thursday, September 3, 2026
" The City's ten largest taxpayers account for nearly one-third of Cambridge's assessed property value and more than 43% of all property taxes collected. "
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MIT
The City's ten largest taxpayers account for nearly one-third of Cambridge's assessed property value and more than 43% of all property taxes collected. 

MIT is Cambridge's largest taxpayer, contributing nearly 16% of the City's property tax levy .

Cambridge's ability to maintain one of the region's lowest residential property tax rates is closely tied to its strong commercial tax base. 
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