Dorchester County Property Taxes
Dorchester County, Maryland
Effective Tax Rate
0.00%
27.9% below state avgMedian Annual Tax
$0
$200/mo escrow
Estimate Your Tax
Annual Tax
$0
Monthly
$0
Eff. Rate
0.95%
At a Glance
Median Home Value
$252,300
State avg ▼ $350,738
Tax w/ Mortgage/yr
$2,490
$208/mo escrow
Tax w/o Mortgage/yr
$2,255
$188/mo
State Tax Rate Rank
#15
of 24 counties (1 = lowest)
Similar tax rates
Data Story
About Property Taxes in Dorchester County, Maryland
Dorchester taxes closely match national average
Dorchester County's effective tax rate of 0.951% sits just above the national median of 0.84%, making it a moderate-tax county by U.S. standards. The median property tax bill of $2,399 is slightly below the national median of $2,690, despite property values tracking near the national average.
Slightly below Maryland's average rate
At 0.951%, Dorchester County's effective tax rate runs just below Maryland's state average of 0.957%, placing it in the middle tier among the state's 24 counties. Its median tax bill of $2,399 is 28% lower than the state median of $3,328.
Lower taxes than most Eastern Shore peers
Dorchester County's 0.951% rate undercuts Kent County's 0.943% and Queen Anne's County's similar rates, making it one of the region's more affordable options. Homeowners here save roughly $500 annually compared to Harford County residents on comparable properties.
Expected annual tax on median home
A home valued at Dorchester County's median of $252,300 will generate approximately $2,399 in annual property taxes at the 0.951% effective rate. With a mortgage, that bill rises to $2,490; without one, it drops to $2,255.
You may be paying too much
Even in moderate-tax counties, assessment errors occur—many homeowners carry valuations disconnected from current market conditions. Dorchester County residents should request a free assessment review or appeal if they suspect their property value has been overstated.
How Dorchester County Compares
Median Annual Property Tax
Dorchester County
0.95%
Effective rate
Maryland Avg
0.95%
Effective rate
National Avg
0.91%
Effective rate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Dorchester County, Maryland?
How much are property taxes in Dorchester County?
How does Dorchester County compare to the Maryland average?
What is the median home value in Dorchester County, Maryland?
Why is Dorchester County property tax rate higher than the Maryland average?
How does Dorchester County rank for property taxes in Maryland?
Counties with Similar Tax Rates
Nearby Counties
Other Counties in Maryland
Talbot County
0.66%
Worcester County
0.76%
Queen Anne's County
0.79%
Garrett County
0.83%
Anne Arundel County
0.85%
St. Mary's County
0.87%
Montgomery County
0.87%
Calvert County
0.88%
Washington County
0.89%
Wicomico County
0.89%
Caroline County
0.92%
Harford County
0.93%
Kent County
0.94%
Carroll County
0.94%
Somerset County
0.98%
Data updated: March 2026
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.