Baltimore County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 218,994.
The median annual property tax in Baltimore County is $3,645, which is 10% higher than the Maryland state average and 90% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $330,000. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,645
+10% vs State
+90% vs US
Median Home Value
$330,000
-6% vs State
+56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
+15% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,648
$304/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,640
$303/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 | $3,645 +2.4% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $3,561 +7.2% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $3,321 +3.9% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $3,197 +3.2% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $3,097 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$90,904
per year
Monthly Tax
$304
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Somerset County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.98%
Anne Arundel County
Tax: $3,836/yr Rate: 0.85%
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Caroline County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 0.92%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,837/yr Rate: 0.94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Baltimore County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Baltimore County is $3,645 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $330,000.
How does Baltimore County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Baltimore County are 90% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Baltimore County? ▼
In Baltimore County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,648 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,640. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Baltimore County? ▼
Property taxes in Baltimore County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $90,904. 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.