Essex Property Tax Rate
Baltimore County, Maryland
Essex is located in Baltimore County, Maryland. Homeowners in Essex pay a median of $2,895 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $253,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.14%. This is 7% higher than the Baltimore County average of 1.07%.
1.14%
vs 1.07% county avg
$2,895
Per year
$253,500
2024 estimate
40,670
Essex, MD
How Essex Compares
Cities in Baltimore County
Compare property tax rates for 15 cities in Baltimore County, Maryland.
| City | Annual Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Dundalk | $2,471 | 1.24% |
| Middle River | $3,030 | 1.21% |
| Carney | $3,604 | 1.20% |
| Essex | $2,895 | 1.14% |
| Owings Mills | $3,822 | 1.14% |
| Perry Hall | $3,772 | 1.14% |
| Randallstown | $3,393 | 1.11% |
| Woodlawn CDP (Baltimore County) | $2,960 | 1.10% |
| Reisterstown | $3,647 | 1.10% |
| Pikesville | $4,401 | 1.09% |
| Parkville | $2,744 | 1.09% |
| Milford Mill | $2,868 | 1.06% |
| Lochearn | $2,773 | 1.05% |
| Towson | $4,642 | 1.04% |
| Catonsville | $4,239 | 1.04% |
About Property Taxes in Essex
Property taxes in Essex are collected by Baltimore County. Tax exemptions available to Baltimore County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Essex. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Baltimore County property tax page.
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Estimated Annual Property Tax
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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.