What is the property tax rate in Hawaii?

Hawaii has an effective property tax rate of 0.27%, ranking it #51 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,239 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Hawaii?

Property taxes in Hawaii are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.27%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Hawaii has the lowest property taxes?

Among Hawaii's 4 counties, Maui County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Hawaii have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Hawaii offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Over 65, Disabled Veteran. See the exemptions section above for details.

Hawaii Property Tax Rate

4 Counties

0.27%effective rate

Hawaii has an effective property tax rate of 0.27%, ranking it #51 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Hawaii pays $2,239 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $839,100. This rate is 71% lower than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.27%

#51 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,239

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$839,100

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 1,445,235

Property Tax Rates by County in Hawaii

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Hawaii County	0.28%	$1,459	$519,300
#2	Honolulu County	0.28%	$2,553	$897,500
#3	Kauai County	0.21%	$1,866	$873,200
#4	Maui County	0.16%	$1,466	$904,700

How Hawaii Compares

Hawaii

0.27%

National Average

0.92%

Calculate Your Property Tax in Hawaii

Or open the full Hawaii Property Tax Calculator to estimate your bill by county.

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Estimate your annual property tax based on your location and home value

State

County

Home Value

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Apply homestead exemption ($100,000 reduction)

Estimated Annual Property Tax

$810

$68/month · Rate: 0.27%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.27%

Hawaii Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

Varies by county: Honolulu $100,000; Hawaii County $40,000-$100,000; Maui $200,000; Kauai $160,000

Owner-occupied primary residence

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Over 65

Varies by county: Honolulu additional $40,000; Hawaii County up to $80,000 additional

Homeowners age 65+

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Disabled Veteran

Varies by county; full exemption for totally disabled veterans in some counties

Veterans with 100% service-connected disability

Not sure which exemption applies to you? See our full homestead exemption guide for all 50 states, including amounts and application deadlines.

When Are Property Taxes Due in Hawaii?

Real property tax is paid in two installments each fiscal year: the first bill is mailed around July 20 and is due August 20, and the second is mailed around January 20 and is due February 20.

First installment

August 20

Second installment

February 20

If you pay late: Unpaid taxes become delinquent after the due date and are subject to a penalty of up to 10% plus interest of 1% per month on the delinquent amount.

See how Hawaii compares in our full guide to property tax due dates for all 50 states.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). 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.