District of Columbia Property Tax Rate
District of Columbia
District of Columbia, District of Columbia has an effective property tax rate of 0.58%, which is 37% lower than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $737,100, homeowners pay approximately $4,312 per year in property taxes. District of Columbia ranks #1 out of 1 counties in District of Columbia for property tax rates. Since 2020, the median bill has risen 21.4% while home values gained 19.3%. The county's largest city with its own tax profile is Washington, where the median annual bill is $4,180.
$4,312
Per year
$737,100
2024 estimate
3.92%
Median income: $109,870
#1
of 1 counties in DC
Tax Breakdown
With Mortgage
$4,422
median annual tax
Without Mortgage
$3,842
median annual tax
Homeowners with a mortgage in District of Columbia pay on average $580 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.
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Historical Property Tax Trends
Between 2020 and 2024, the median property tax bill in District of Columbia rose 21.4% (from $3,551 to $4,312), while the median home value climbed 19.3%. The effective tax rate rose from 0.57% to 0.58% over the same period.
| Year | Median Tax | Median Home Value | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $3,551 | $618,100 | 0.57% |
| 2021 | $3,641 | $635,900 | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $3,957 | $705,000 | 0.56% |
| 2023 | $4,180 | $724,600 | 0.58% |
| 2024 | $4,312 | $737,100 | 0.58% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
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| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | $4,180 | 0.58% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.