10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Maryland
If you are comparing property taxes across Maryland, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Baltimore city, comes in at 1.48% — 0.47% higher than the Maryland average (1.00%). The statewide effective rate is 1.00%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baltimore city | 1.48% | $3,236 | $219,300 |
| 2 | Howard County | 1.18% | $6,814 | $576,700 |
| 3 | Prince George's County | 1.15% | $4,662 | $404,300 |
| 4 | Baltimore County | 1.10% | $3,645 | $330,000 |
| 5 | Allegany County | 1.08% | $1,609 | $149,200 |
| 6 | Charles County | 1.04% | $4,179 | $402,300 |
| 7 | Frederick County | 1.02% | $4,463 | $437,700 |
| 8 | Cecil County | 0.98% | $3,059 | $311,800 |
| 9 | Somerset County | 0.98% | $1,603 | $164,300 |
| 10 | Dorchester County | 0.95% | $2,399 | $252,300 |
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 Maryland 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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