Cecil County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 30,252.
The median annual property tax in Cecil County is $3,059, which is 8% lower than the Maryland state average and 59% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $311,800. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,059
-8% vs State
+59% vs US
Median Home Value
$311,800
-11% vs State
+47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+2% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,123
$260/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,900
$242/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 | $3,059 +2.5% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $2,983 +7.8% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $2,768 +2.3% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $2,706 +1.7% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $2,660 | 1.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$91,146
per year
Monthly Tax
$255
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Montgomery County
Tax: $5,341/yr Rate: 0.87%
Kent County
Tax: $2,896/yr Rate: 0.94%
Baltimore city
Tax: $3,236/yr Rate: 1.48%
Carroll County
Tax: $3,837/yr Rate: 0.94%
Queen Anne's County
Tax: $3,503/yr Rate: 0.79%
Caroline County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 0.92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cecil County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cecil County is $3,059 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $311,800.
How does Cecil County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cecil County are 59% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cecil County? ▼
In Cecil County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,123 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,900. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cecil County? ▼
Property taxes in Cecil County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $91,146. 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.