What is the property tax rate in Hilo, HI?

Hilo has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.27%. On a median home valued at $455,100, homeowners pay approximately $1,232 per year in property taxes.

How does Hilo compare to Hawaii County?

Hilo's effective rate of 0.27% is 4% lower than the Hawaii County average of 0.28%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,459, while Hilo homeowners pay an estimated $1,232.

How much are property taxes in Hilo on a $300,000 home?

Based on Hilo's effective rate of 0.27%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $810 per year, or about $68 per month.

Hilo Property Tax Rate

Hawaii County, Hawaii

0.27%effective rate

Hilo is located in Hawaii County, Hawaii. Homeowners in Hilo pay a median of $1,232 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $455,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.27%. This is 4% lower than the Hawaii County average of 0.28%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.27%

vs 0.28% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,232

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$455,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

48,223

Hilo, HI

How Hilo Compares

Hilo

0.27%

Hawaii County Average

0.28%

Hawaii Average

0.27%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Hilo

Property taxes in Hilo are collected by Hawaii County. Tax exemptions available to Hawaii County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Hilo. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Hawaii County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$810

$68/month · Rate: 0.27%

Hawaii County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.