Prince George's County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 214,809.
The median annual property tax in Prince George's County is $4,662, which is 40% higher than the Maryland state average and 142% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $404,300. Property taxes represent 4.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,662
+40% vs State
+142% vs US
Median Home Value
$404,300
+15% vs State
+91% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
+20% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,726
$394/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,449
$371/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 | $4,662 +3.4% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $4,510 +7.6% | 1.19% |
| 2021 | $4,191 +5.4% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $3,978 +3.6% | 1.24% |
| 2019 | $3,841 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$100,708
per year
Monthly Tax
$389
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Kent County
Tax: $2,896/yr Rate: 0.94%
Worcester County
Tax: $2,629/yr Rate: 0.76%
Baltimore County
Tax: $3,645/yr Rate: 1.10%
Montgomery County
Tax: $5,341/yr Rate: 0.87%
Harford County
Tax: $3,424/yr Rate: 0.93%
St. Mary's County
Tax: $3,392/yr Rate: 0.87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Prince George's County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Prince George's County is $4,662 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $404,300.
How does Prince George's County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Prince George's County are 142% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Prince George's County? ▼
In Prince George's County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,726 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,449. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Prince George's County? ▼
Property taxes in Prince George's County represent approximately 4.6% of the median household income of $100,708. 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.