Hawaii County, Hawaii Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Hawaii. Population: 53,333.
The median annual property tax in Hawaii County is $1,392, which is 22% lower than the Hawaii state average and 28% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $486,400. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,392
-22% vs State
-28% vs US
Median Home Value
$486,400
-36% vs State
+130% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.29%
+21% vs State
-69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,530
$128/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,159
$97/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 | $1,392 +5.8% | 0.29% |
| 2022 | $1,316 +8.8% | 0.29% |
| 2021 | $1,210 +8.5% | 0.31% |
| 2020 | $1,115 +11.4% | 0.31% |
| 2019 | $1,001 | 0.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,215
per year
Monthly Tax
$116
per month
Other Counties in Hawaii
Kauai County
Tax: $1,840/yr Rate: 0.22%
Honolulu County
Tax: $2,482/yr Rate: 0.28%
Kalawao County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Maui County
Tax: $1,442/yr Rate: 0.17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hawaii County, Hawaii? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hawaii County is $1,392 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.29% on a median home value of $486,400.
How does Hawaii County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hawaii County are 28% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hawaii County? ▼
In Hawaii County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,530 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,159. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hawaii County? ▼
Property taxes in Hawaii County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $77,215. 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.