Wicomico County, Maryland Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Maryland. Population: 24,294.
The median annual property tax in Wicomico County is $2,120, which is 36% lower than the Maryland state average and 10% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $238,900. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,120
-36% vs State
+10% vs US
Median Home Value
$238,900
-32% vs State
+13% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
-7% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,202
$184/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,933
$161/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 | $2,120 +4.3% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $2,033 +5.2% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $1,932 +1.3% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $1,907 +4.2% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $1,830 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,861
per year
Monthly Tax
$177
per month
Other Counties in Maryland
Allegany County
Tax: $1,609/yr Rate: 1.08%
Harford County
Tax: $3,424/yr Rate: 0.93%
Howard County
Tax: $6,814/yr Rate: 1.18%
Talbot County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.66%
Somerset County
Tax: $1,603/yr Rate: 0.98%
Washington County
Tax: $2,444/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wicomico County, Maryland? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wicomico County is $2,120 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $238,900.
How does Wicomico County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wicomico County are 10% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wicomico County? ▼
In Wicomico County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,202 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,933. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wicomico County? ▼
Property taxes in Wicomico County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $72,861. 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.