Maryland homeowners paid a median $4,093 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 0.97%. The lowest county is Talbot County (0.65%) and the highest is Baltimore city (1.46%) (Census 2020–2024).
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5 lowest-tax counties
5 highest-tax counties
All 24 Maryland counties, lowest rate first
| # | County | Median tax | Median value | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Talbot County | $2,647 | $409,700 | 0.65% |
| 2 | Worcester County | $2,738 | $374,700 | 0.73% |
| 3 | Garrett County | $1,836 | $235,300 | 0.78% |
| 4 | Queen Anne's County | $3,623 | $462,700 | 0.78% |
| 5 | Washington County | $2,481 | $296,100 | 0.84% |
| 6 | St. Mary's County | $3,424 | $407,600 | 0.84% |
| 7 | Calvert County | $3,885 | $460,200 | 0.84% |
| 8 | Anne Arundel County | $3,957 | $467,900 | 0.85% |
| 9 | Wicomico County | $2,171 | $254,700 | 0.85% |
| 10 | Montgomery County | $5,539 | $640,300 | 0.87% |
| 11 | Harford County | $3,448 | $386,400 | 0.89% |
| 12 | Cecil County | $3,068 | $343,400 | 0.89% |
| 13 | Caroline County | $2,619 | $290,100 | 0.90% |
| 14 | Carroll County | $3,934 | $434,000 | 0.91% |
| 15 | Kent County | $3,025 | $330,900 | 0.91% |
| 16 | Somerset County | $1,591 | $173,200 | 0.92% |
| 17 | Dorchester County | $2,456 | $262,400 | 0.94% |
| 18 | Frederick County | $4,584 | $464,600 | 0.99% |
| 19 | Charles County | $4,339 | $428,500 | 1.01% |
| 20 | Allegany County | $1,636 | $154,900 | 1.06% |
| 21 | Baltimore County | $3,736 | $349,300 | 1.07% |
| 22 | Prince George's County | $4,771 | $426,000 | 1.12% |
| 23 | Howard County | $6,987 | $597,900 | 1.17% |
| 24 | Baltimore city | $3,354 | $229,600 | 1.46% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What county has the lowest property tax in Maryland?
Talbot County, with a median effective rate of 0.65% ($2,647 median tax), per Census 2020–2024.
What county has the highest property tax in Maryland?
Baltimore city at 1.46% ($3,354 median tax).
How much is property tax in Maryland?
Maryland homeowners paid a median $4,093 a year in property tax, an effective rate of 0.97%. The lowest county is Talbot County (0.65%) and the highest is Baltimore city (1.46%) (Census 2020–2024).