Maryland property tax calculator
Estimate your Maryland property tax by county. The statewide average effective rate is 0.92%, #21 of 51 among states and DC. Pick your county below for a closer number.
Pick your state and county and enter your home value. Your estimate shows up here.
An estimate, not a tax bill. Effective rates are county medians of taxes paid divided by home value (Tax Foundation 2025, ACS 2020-2024). Your bill depends on your exemptions, school district and local levies.
Maryland property tax rates by county
Effective rate = median property tax paid divided by median home value, owner-occupied homes. Counties with a link have a Grove Hopper appeal guide with the deadline and forms.
| County | Rate | Median tax | Median home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany County | 0.94% | $1,636 | $154,900 |
| Anne Arundel County | 0.80% | $3,957 | $467,900 |
| Baltimore city | 1.37% | $3,354 | $229,600 |
| Baltimore County | 0.96% | $3,736 | $349,300 |
| Calvert County | 0.83% | $3,885 | $460,200 |
| Caroline County | 0.75% | $2,619 | $290,100 |
| Carroll County | 0.87% | $3,934 | $434,000 |
| Cecil County | 0.86% | $3,068 | $343,400 |
| Charles County | 0.97% | $4,339 | $428,500 |
| Dorchester County | 0.84% | $2,456 | $262,400 |
| Frederick County | 0.94% | $4,584 | $464,600 |
| Garrett County | 0.72% | $1,836 | $235,300 |
| Harford County | 0.83% | $3,448 | $386,400 |
| Howard County | 1.11% | $6,987 | $597,900 |
| Kent County | 0.92% | $3,025 | $330,900 |
| Montgomery County | 0.85% | $5,539 | $640,300 |
| Prince George's County | 1.06% | $4,771 | $426,000 |
| Queen Anne's County | 0.74% | $3,623 | $462,700 |
| Somerset County | 0.70% | $1,591 | $173,200 |
| St. Mary's County | 0.77% | $3,424 | $407,600 |
| Talbot County | 0.56% | $2,647 | $409,700 |
| Washington County | 0.81% | $2,481 | $296,100 |
| Wicomico County | 0.77% | $2,171 | $254,700 |
| Worcester County | 0.73% | $2,738 | $374,700 |
Maryland property tax FAQs
What is the average property tax rate in Maryland?
Maryland's average effective property tax rate is 0.92% of home value, which ranks #21 of 51 among the states and DC (#1 is highest). Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 home in Maryland?
At the Maryland average of 0.92%, about $3,680 a year. By county it ranges from about $2,240 in Talbot County (0.56%) to about $5,480 in Baltimore city (1.37%).
Which Maryland county has the highest property tax rate?
Baltimore city has the highest average effective rate in the dataset at 1.37%. Talbot County has the lowest at 0.56%. Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value).
How can I lower my Maryland property tax bill?
The main lever is your assessed value. If it is higher than what similar nearby homes sell for, you can appeal it, and also check whether you qualify for exemptions. Appeals are filed by the homeowner with the county or local board, and deadlines vary by county.
Appealing in Maryland? See the Maryland county appeal guides →
Source: Tax Foundation 2025 (ACS 2020-2024 median taxes paid / median home value), taxfoundation.org. Estimates are not tax bills. Grove Hopper is a research tool with reminders and document preparation, not attorneys, accountants or a tax firm.