What is the property tax rate in Ilchester, MD?

Ilchester has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.31%. On a median home valued at $498,500, homeowners pay approximately $6,521 per year in property taxes.

How does Ilchester compare to Howard County?

Ilchester's effective rate of 1.31% is 12% higher than the Howard County average of 1.17%. The county-wide median annual tax is $6,987, while Ilchester homeowners pay an estimated $6,521.

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

Based on Ilchester's effective rate of 1.31%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,930 per year, or about $328 per month.

Ilchester Property Tax Rate

Howard County, Maryland

1.31%effective rate

Ilchester is located in Howard County, Maryland. Homeowners in Ilchester pay a median of $6,521 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $498,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.31%. This is 12% higher than the Howard County average of 1.17%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.31%

vs 1.17% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$6,521

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$498,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

27,552

Ilchester, MD

How Ilchester Compares

Ilchester

1.31%

Howard County Average

1.17%

Maryland Average

0.97%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Howard County

Compare property tax rates for 5 cities in Howard County, Maryland.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Ilchester	27,552	$6,521	1.31%
Columbia	105,871	$5,969	1.24%
Ellicott City	73,737	$7,800	1.21%
North Laurel	25,201	$5,333	1.20%
Elkridge	26,183	$5,044	1.15%

About Property Taxes in Ilchester

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,930

$328/month · Rate: 1.31%

Howard County Property Taxes

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Maryland 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.