Property Tax by County in Maryland (2026)
Compare effective property tax rates, median home values, and annual tax bills for every county in Maryland.
Last reviewed:
State Avg Rate
0.96%
effective rate
Counties
24
in dataset
Highest Rate
1.48%
Baltimore
Lowest Rate
0.66%
Talbot
All Counties in Maryland
| County | Effective Rate | Median Home | Avg Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany County | 1.08% | $149K | $1,609 |
| Anne Arundel County | 0.85% | $450K | $3,836 |
| Baltimore County | 1.10% | $330K | $3,645 |
| Baltimore city | 1.48% | $219K | $3,236 |
| Calvert County | 0.88% | $440K | $3,858 |
| Caroline County | 0.92% | $272K | $2,513 |
| Carroll County | 0.94% | $406K | $3,837 |
| Cecil County | 0.98% | $312K | $3,059 |
| Charles County | 1.04% | $402K | $4,179 |
| Dorchester County | 0.95% | $252K | $2,399 |
| Frederick County | 1.02% | $438K | $4,463 |
| Garrett County | 0.83% | $217K | $1,792 |
| Harford County | 0.93% | $367K | $3,424 |
| Howard County | 1.18% | $577K | $6,814 |
| Kent County | 0.94% | $307K | $2,896 |
| Montgomery County | 0.87% | $615K | $5,341 |
| Prince George's County | 1.15% | $404K | $4,662 |
| Queen Anne's County | 0.79% | $442K | $3,503 |
| Somerset County | 0.98% | $164K | $1,603 |
| St. Mary's County | 0.87% | $391K | $3,392 |
| Talbot County | 0.66% | $398K | $2,623 |
| Washington County | 0.89% | $276K | $2,444 |
| Wicomico County | 0.89% | $239K | $2,120 |
| Worcester County | 0.76% | $348K | $2,629 |
Data: Effective rates are based on 2023 ACS 5-year estimates (median annual tax ÷ median home value). Rates reflect all local levies. Individual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions, and millage rates. Rates are color-coded vs. the Maryland average of 0.96% — red = above, green = below.