Worcester County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 18,286.
The median annual property tax in Worcester County is $2,629, which is 21% lower than the Maryland state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $348,100. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,629
-21% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$348,100
-1% vs State
+65% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
-21% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,652
$221/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,593
$216/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 | $2,629 +5.8% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $2,484 +6.3% | 0.80% |
| 2021 | $2,336 +7.6% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $2,171 -0.1% | 0.81% |
| 2019 | $2,174 | 0.83% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,455
per year
Monthly Tax
$219
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,837/yr Rate: 0.94%
Baltimore County
Tax: $3,645/yr Rate: 1.10%
Somerset County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.98%
Howard County
Tax: $6,814/yr Rate: 1.18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Worcester County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Worcester County is $2,629 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $348,100.
How does Worcester County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Worcester County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Worcester County? ▼
In Worcester County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,652 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,593. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Worcester County? ▼
Property taxes in Worcester County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $81,455. 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.