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Charles County

Charles County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

1.04%

Median Annual Tax

$4,179

How Charles County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Charles County$4,179
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Charles County

1.04%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,252

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,950

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,179

Monthly Escrow

$348

Effective Rate

1.04%

vs. Maryland State Average▲ 25.6% above
vs. National Average▲ 55.4% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Charles County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Charles County, Maryland is 1.04%. 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 Charles County?
The median annual property tax payment in Charles County is $4,179. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,252, while those without a mortgage pay $3,950.
How does Charles County compare to the Maryland average?
Charles County's effective tax rate of 1.04% is higher than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Charles County is $4,179, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Charles County, Maryland?
The median home value in Charles County, Maryland is $402,300, 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

Frederick County(MD)

Rate1.02%
Median Tax$4,463

Allegany County(MD)

Rate1.08%
Median Tax$1,609

Cecil County(MD)

Rate0.98%
Median Tax$3,059

Somerset County(MD)

Rate0.98%
Median Tax$1,603
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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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