Charles County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 48,900.
The median annual property tax in Charles County is $4,179, which is 26% higher than the Maryland state average and 117% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $402,300. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,179
+26% vs State
+117% vs US
Median Home Value
$402,300
+15% vs State
+90% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
+8% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,252
$354/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,950
$329/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 | $4,179 +2.7% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $4,071 +6.8% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $3,811 +3.4% | 1.12% |
| 2020 | $3,687 +0.4% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $3,672 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$120,592
per year
Monthly Tax
$348
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Cecil County
Tax: $3,059/yr Rate: 0.98%
Garrett County
Tax: $1,792/yr Rate: 0.83%
Wicomico County
Tax: $2,120/yr Rate: 0.89%
Dorchester County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.95%
Kent County
Tax: $2,896/yr Rate: 0.94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Charles County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Charles County is $4,179 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $402,300.
How does Charles County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Charles County are 117% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Charles County? ▼
In Charles County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,252 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,950. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Charles County? ▼
Property taxes in Charles County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $120,592. 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.