TaxBy County

Worcester County

Worcester County, Maryland

Effective Tax Rate

0.76%

Median Annual Tax

$2,629

How Worcester County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Worcester County$2,629
Maryland State Average$3,328
National Average$1,924

Worcester County

0.76%

Effective rate

Maryland Avg

0.95%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,652

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,593

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,629

Monthly Escrow

$219

Effective Rate

0.76%

vs. Maryland State Average▼ 21% below
vs. National Average▼ 2.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Worcester County, Maryland?
The effective property tax rate in Worcester County, Maryland is 0.76%. 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 Worcester County?
The median annual property tax payment in Worcester County is $2,629. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,652, while those without a mortgage pay $2,593.
How does Worcester County compare to the Maryland average?
Worcester County's effective tax rate of 0.76% is lower than the Maryland state average of 0.95%. The median annual property tax in Worcester County is $2,629, compared to the state average of $3,328.
What is the median home value in Worcester County, Maryland?
The median home value in Worcester County, Maryland is $348,100, 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

Queen Anne's County(MD)

Rate0.79%
Median Tax$3,503

Garrett County(MD)

Rate0.83%
Median Tax$1,792

Anne Arundel County(MD)

Rate0.85%
Median Tax$3,836

Talbot County(MD)

Rate0.66%
Median Tax$2,623
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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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