Baltimore city Property Tax Rate

Maryland

1.46%effective rate

Baltimore city, Maryland has an effective property tax rate of 1.46%, which is 59% higher than the national average of 0.92%. On a home valued at $229,600, homeowners pay approximately $3,354 per year in property taxes. Baltimore city ranks #1 out of 24 counties in Maryland for property tax rates.

Median Tax Paid🏠

$3,354

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$229,600

2024 estimate

Tax as % of Income💰

5.39%

Median income: $62,177

State Rank📍

#1

of 24 counties in MD

Tax Breakdown

With Mortgage

$3,608

median annual tax

Without Mortgage

$2,760

median annual tax

Homeowners with a mortgage in Baltimore city pay on average $848 more per year than those without. This difference often reflects how property tax escrow accounts in mortgaged homes capture the full tax obligation.

How Baltimore city Compares

Baltimore city
1.46%
Maryland Average
0.97%
National Average
0.92%

Top Counties in Maryland

Baltimore city
1.46%
Howard
1.17%
Prince George's
1.12%
Baltimore
1.07%
Allegany
1.06%
Charles
1.01%
Frederick
0.99%
Dorchester
0.94%

Historical Property Tax Trends

YearMedian TaxMedian Home ValueEffective Rate
2020$2,806$167,3001.68%
2021$2,890$175,3001.65%
2022$3,065$202,9001.51%
2023$3,236$219,3001.48%
2024$3,354$229,6001.46%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Maryland Property Tax Exemptions

Available to Baltimore city homeowners

Homestead Tax Credit

Assessment increases capped at 10% per year (lower in some counties)

Primary residence owners; applies automatically

Homeowner's Tax Credit

Credit varies based on income; no fixed amount

Homeowners with combined household income of $60,000 or less

Disabled Veteran

Full exemption for 100% permanently disabled veterans

Veterans with 100% permanent service-connected disability

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,380

$365/month · Rate: 1.46%

Quick Facts

Population573,243
Owner-Occupied41.2%
National Rank#392 of 3,135
Median Income$62,177

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Cities in Baltimore city

Explore property tax data for 1 city in Baltimore city, Maryland.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Baltimore$3,2361.48%

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.