Carroll County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 53,237.
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $3,837, which is 15% higher than the Maryland state average and 100% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $406,400. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,837
+15% vs State
+100% vs US
Median Home Value
$406,400
+16% vs State
+92% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.94%
-2% vs State
-1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,916
$326/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,673
$306/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 | $3,837 +2.3% | 0.94% |
| 2022 | $3,751 +5.9% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $3,541 +3.4% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $3,423 +0.5% | 1.00% |
| 2019 | $3,407 | 1.00% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$115,876
per year
Monthly Tax
$320
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Baltimore County
Tax: $3,645/yr Rate: 1.10%
Anne Arundel County
Tax: $3,836/yr Rate: 0.85%
Washington County
Tax: $2,444/yr Rate: 0.89%
Charles County
Tax: $4,179/yr Rate: 1.04%
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carroll County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carroll County is $3,837 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.94% on a median home value of $406,400.
How does Carroll County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County are 100% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.94% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
In Carroll County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,916 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,673. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carroll County? ▼
Property taxes in Carroll County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $115,876. 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.