TaxBy County

Baltimore County

Baltimore County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

1.10%

Median Annual Tax

$3,645

How Baltimore County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Baltimore County$3,645
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Baltimore County

1.10%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,648

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,640

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,645

Monthly Escrow

$304

Effective Rate

1.10%

vs. Maryland State Average▲ 9.5% above
vs. National Average▲ 35.5% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Baltimore County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Baltimore County, Maryland is 1.10%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Baltimore County?
The median annual property tax payment in Baltimore County is $3,645. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,648, while those without a mortgage pay $3,640.
How does Baltimore County compare to the Maryland average?
Baltimore County's effective tax rate of 1.10% is higher than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Baltimore County is $3,645, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Baltimore County, Maryland?
The median home value in Baltimore County, Maryland is $330,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Maryland?
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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Allegany County(MD)

Rate1.08%
Median Tax$1,609

Prince George's County(MD)

Rate1.15%
Median Tax$4,662

Charles County(MD)

Rate1.04%
Median Tax$4,179

Howard County(MD)

Rate1.18%
Median Tax$6,814
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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