Baltimore city

The effective property tax rate in Baltimore city, Maryland is 1.48%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.

The median annual property tax payment in Baltimore city is $3,236. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,521, while those without a mortgage pay $2,662.

Baltimore city's effective tax rate of 1.48% is higher than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Baltimore city is $3,236, compared to the state average of $3,328.

The median home value in Baltimore city, Maryland is $219,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Property taxes in Maryland are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.