TaxBy County

Carroll County

Carroll County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

0.94%

Median Annual Tax

$3,837

How Carroll County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Carroll County$3,837
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Carroll County

0.94%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,916

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,673

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$3,837

Monthly Escrow

$320

Effective Rate

0.94%

vs. Maryland State Average▲ 15.3% above
vs. National Average▲ 42.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Carroll County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Carroll County, Maryland is 0.94%. 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 Carroll County?
The median annual property tax payment in Carroll County is $3,837. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,916, while those without a mortgage pay $3,673.
How does Carroll County compare to the Maryland average?
Carroll County's effective tax rate of 0.94% is lower than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $3,837, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Carroll County, Maryland?
The median home value in Carroll County, Maryland is $406,400, 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

Kent County(MD)

Rate0.94%
Median Tax$2,896

Dorchester County(MD)

Rate0.95%
Median Tax$2,399

Harford County(MD)

Rate0.93%
Median Tax$3,424

Caroline County(MD)

Rate0.92%
Median Tax$2,513
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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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