5 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Hawaii
If you are comparing property taxes across Hawaii, these 5 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Kalawao County, comes in at 100.00% — 99.73% higher than the Hawaii average (0.27%). The statewide effective rate is 0.27%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kalawao County | 100.00% | $-666,666,666 | $-666,666,666 |
| 2 | Hawaii County | 0.29% | $1,392 | $486,400 |
| 3 | Honolulu County | 0.28% | $2,482 | $873,000 |
| 4 | Kauai County | 0.22% | $1,840 | $817,900 |
| 5 | Maui County | 0.17% | $1,442 | $858,600 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Hawaii often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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