Calvert County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 29,184.
The median annual property tax in Calvert County is $3,858, which is 16% higher than the Maryland state average and 101% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $440,200. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,858
+16% vs State
+101% vs US
Median Home Value
$440,200
+26% vs State
+108% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-8% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,841
$320/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,906
$326/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,858 +2.7% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $3,755 +6.9% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $3,512 +1.6% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $3,456 +1.6% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $3,401 | 0.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$132,059
per year
Monthly Tax
$322
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Caroline County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 0.92%
Harford County
Tax: $3,424/yr Rate: 0.93%
Allegany County
Tax: $1,609/yr Rate: 1.08%
Howard County
Tax: $6,814/yr Rate: 1.18%
Queen Anne's County
Tax: $3,503/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Calvert County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Calvert County is $3,858 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $440,200.
How does Calvert County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Calvert County are 101% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Calvert County? ▼
In Calvert County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,841 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,906. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Calvert County? ▼
Property taxes in Calvert County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $132,059. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.