What is the property tax rate in Salisbury, MD?

Salisbury has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.22%. On a median home valued at $217,500, homeowners pay approximately $2,664 per year in property taxes.

How does Salisbury compare to Wicomico County?

Salisbury's effective rate of 1.22% is 44% higher than the Wicomico County average of 0.85%. The county-wide median annual tax is $2,171, while Salisbury homeowners pay an estimated $2,664.

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

Based on Salisbury's effective rate of 1.22%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $3,660 per year, or about $305 per month.

Salisbury Property Tax Rate

Wicomico County, Maryland

1.22%effective rate

Salisbury is located in Wicomico County, Maryland. Homeowners in Salisbury pay a median of $2,664 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $217,500, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.22%. This is 44% higher than the Wicomico County average of 0.85%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.22%

vs 0.85% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,664

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$217,500

2024 estimate

Population📍

33,080

Salisbury, MD

How Salisbury Compares

Salisbury

1.22%

Wicomico County Average

0.85%

Maryland Average

0.97%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Salisbury

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$3,660

$305/month · Rate: 1.22%

Wicomico 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.