Maui County, HI Property Tax: $1,442/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Maui County is 0.17% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $858,600, that works out to about $1,460 per year, or $122 per month. Maui County is located in central Hawaii, with Wailuku as its county seat, and is home to approximately 164,632 residents.
About Maui County
Maui County covers approximately 1,161.5 square miles in Hawaii. The county is home to about 164,632 residents living in roughly 72,303 housing units, of which 49.9% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $95,076, and the median home was built in 1985.
The county seat is Wailuku.
How Property Taxes Work in Hawaii
Property taxes in Hawaii are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Hawaii offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Maui County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Maui County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maui County, HI | 0.17% | $858,600 | $1,460 |
| Hawaii state average | 0.24% | — | $2,061* |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Maui County's median home value of $858,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Maui County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Hawaii?
At 0.17%, Maui County is lower than the Hawaii state average of 0.24%. On a home at the county median of $858,600, that means about $1,460 per year — versus $2,061 at the state average rate, a difference of $601 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Maui County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Maui County?
For a home at the county median value of $858,600, the annual property tax in Maui County is approximately $1,460 — or about $122 per month. For a home worth $1,287,900, expect around $2,189 per year. For a $1,717,200 home, approximately $2,919 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Maui County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Maui County are handled by the Maui County Assessor's office in Wailuku. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Maui County?
Hawaii counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.17% shown here. Contact the Maui County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File