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Howard County

Howard County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

1.18%

Median Annual Tax

$6,814

How Howard County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Howard County$6,814
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Howard County

1.18%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$6,821

per year

Without Mortgage

$6,795

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,814

Monthly Escrow

$568

Effective Rate

1.18%

vs. Maryland State Average▲ 104.7% above
vs. National Average▲ 153.3% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Howard County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Howard County, Maryland is 1.18%. 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 Howard County?
The median annual property tax payment in Howard County is $6,814. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,821, while those without a mortgage pay $6,795.
How does Howard County compare to the Maryland average?
Howard County's effective tax rate of 1.18% is higher than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Howard County is $6,814, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Howard County, Maryland?
The median home value in Howard County, Maryland is $576,700, 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

Prince George's County(MD)

Rate1.15%
Median Tax$4,662

Baltimore County(MD)

Rate1.10%
Median Tax$3,645

Allegany County(MD)

Rate1.08%
Median Tax$1,609

Charles County(MD)

Rate1.04%
Median Tax$4,179
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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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