Garrett County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 10,180.
The median annual property tax in Garrett County is $1,792, which is 46% lower than the Maryland state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $217,000. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,792
-46% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$217,000
-38% vs State
+3% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
-14% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,016
$168/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,483
$124/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 | $1,792 -1.2% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $1,813 +3.8% | 0.82% |
| 2021 | $1,747 +4.4% | 0.88% |
| 2020 | $1,674 +6.7% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $1,569 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$69,031
per year
Monthly Tax
$149
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Somerset County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.98%
Baltimore city
Tax: $3,236/yr Rate: 1.48%
Howard County
Tax: $6,814/yr Rate: 1.18%
Calvert County
Tax: $3,858/yr Rate: 0.88%
Anne Arundel County
Tax: $3,836/yr Rate: 0.85%
Baltimore County
Tax: $3,645/yr Rate: 1.10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garrett County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garrett County is $1,792 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $217,000.
How does Garrett County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garrett County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garrett County? ▼
In Garrett County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,016 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,483. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garrett County? ▼
Property taxes in Garrett County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $69,031. 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.