Prince George's County, MD Property Tax: $4,662/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Prince George's County is 1.15% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $404,300, that works out to about $4,649 per year, or $387 per month. Prince George's County is located in central Maryland, with Upper Marlboro as its county seat, and is home to approximately 955,584 residents.
About Prince George's County
Prince George's County covers approximately 482.6 square miles in Maryland. The county is home to about 955,584 residents living in roughly 362,440 housing units, of which 59.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $100,708, and the median home was built in 1977.
The county seat is Upper Marlboro. Prince George's County borders Anne Arundel County, Calvert County, Charles County, Howard County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Maryland
Property taxes in Maryland 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 Maryland 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 Prince George's County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Prince George's County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince George's County, MD | 1.15% | $404,300 | $4,649 |
| Maryland state average | 0.96% | — | $3,881* |
| Anne Arundel County | 0.85% | $450,300 | $3,836 |
| Calvert County | 0.88% | $440,200 | $3,858 |
| Charles County | 1.04% | $402,300 | $4,179 |
| Howard County | 1.18% | $576,700 | $6,814 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Prince George's County's median home value of $404,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Prince George's County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Maryland?
At 1.15%, Prince George's County is higher than the Maryland state average of 0.96%. On a home at the county median of $404,300, that means about $4,649 per year — versus $3,881 at the state average rate, a difference of $768 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Prince George's County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Prince George's County?
For a home at the county median value of $404,300, the annual property tax in Prince George's County is approximately $4,649 — or about $387 per month. For a home worth $606,450, expect around $6,974 per year. For a $808,600 home, approximately $9,299 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Prince George's County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Prince George's County are handled by the Prince George's County Assessor's office in Upper Marlboro. 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 Prince George's County?
Maryland 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 1.15% shown here. Contact the Prince George's 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