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Caroline County

Caroline County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

0.92%

Median Annual Tax

$2,513

How Caroline County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Caroline County$2,513
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Caroline County

0.92%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,536

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,478

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,513

Monthly Escrow

$209

Effective Rate

0.92%

vs. Maryland State Average▼ 24.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 6.6% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Caroline County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Caroline County, Maryland is 0.92%. 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 Caroline County?
The median annual property tax payment in Caroline County is $2,513. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,536, while those without a mortgage pay $2,478.
How does Caroline County compare to the Maryland average?
Caroline County's effective tax rate of 0.92% is lower than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Caroline County is $2,513, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Caroline County, Maryland?
The median home value in Caroline County, Maryland is $272,400, 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

Harford County(MD)

Rate0.93%
Median Tax$3,424

Kent County(MD)

Rate0.94%
Median Tax$2,896

Carroll County(MD)

Rate0.94%
Median Tax$3,837

Dorchester County(MD)

Rate0.95%
Median Tax$2,399
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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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