Property tax in Maryland: rates, averages, and deductions
State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.
Avg property tax
$3,246
annual, median
Avg home value
$333,004
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
Highest property tax counties
- 1.Howard County$6,650
- 2.Montgomery County$5,149
- 3.Prince George's County$4,510
- 4.Frederick County$4,253
- 5.Charles County$4,071
- 6.Calvert County$3,755
- 7.Carroll County$3,751
- 8.Anne Arundel County$3,719
- 9.Baltimore County$3,561
- 10.Queen Anne's County$3,499
Lowest property tax counties
- 1.Allegany County$1,611
- 2.Somerset County$1,648
- 3.Garrett County$1,813
- 4.Wicomico County$2,033
- 5.Dorchester County$2,263
- 6.Washington County$2,406
- 7.Worcester County$2,484
- 8.Caroline County$2,518
- 9.Talbot County$2,542
- 10.Kent County$2,879
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in Maryland?
Census ACS median property tax in Maryland is around $3,246 per year. Effective rate varies by county.
Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?
The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Maryland filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.
Can I appeal my property tax assessment?
Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.
Data sources
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