Washington County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 39,145.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $2,444, which is 27% lower than the Maryland state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $275,900. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,444
-27% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$275,900
-21% vs State
+30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-7% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,472
$206/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,391
$199/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 | $2,444 +1.6% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $2,406 +4.7% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $2,298 +4.2% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $2,205 +0.2% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $2,200 | 1.05% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,157
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Harford County
Tax: $3,424/yr Rate: 0.93%
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Garrett County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.83%
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Charles County
Tax: $4,179/yr Rate: 1.04%
Howard County
Tax: $6,814/yr Rate: 1.18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $2,444 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $275,900.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,472 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,391. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $74,157. 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.