In District of Columbia the effective property tax rate is 0.58%. The median homeowner pays $4,180 a year in real estate taxes on a home with a median value of $724,600. That rate is the 2378th highest of 3,132 counties in the United States.
Property tax in District of Columbia
The effective rate is the median real estate tax paid divided by the median home value. Applying this county's rate to other home prices gives a rough idea of the yearly bill; actual bills depend on the school district, exemptions and the assessed value.
| Home value | Estimated tax per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,160 | $97 |
| $300,000 | $1,740 | $145 |
| $400,000 | $2,320 | $193 |
| $500,000 | $2,900 | $242 |
| $724,600 (county median) | $4,180 | $348 |
Home values and incomes
The median home value is $724,600 (34th highest nationally) and the median household income is $106,287. Homes cost about 6.8 times a typical household's yearly income. Median gross rent is $1,900 a month. 41.1% of occupied homes are owner-occupied. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,061 a year for insurance. For comparison, the District of Columbia statewide median home value is $567,271.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in District of Columbia?
The effective property tax rate is 0.58% of home value per year (Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates).
How much is property tax on a $300,000 home in District of Columbia?
At the county's effective rate of 0.58%, about $1,740 a year (roughly $145 a month). Your actual bill depends on the assessed value, your school district and exemptions.
What is the median home value in District of Columbia?
The median home value is $724,600 (Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates, owner-occupied homes).
What is the median household income in District of Columbia?
The median household income is $106,287 (Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates).