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Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland Property Taxes

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Property Taxes in Ellicott City, Maryland

Last Updated April 13, 2026

Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland Property Tax Bill Calculator

$100,000

$1,500,000

$3,000,000

Median Effective Tax Rate

2%

Estimate Property Tax Bill

$0

Property Tax Rates Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Property Tax Rates Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Source: Ownwell

0.60%

1.06%

1.52%

Median Effective Maryland Tax Rate

1.21%

Median Effective United States Tax Rate

1.02%

Property Tax Rates Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Zip10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Tax Rate75th Percentile90th Percentile
210430.93%1.12%1.25%1.35%1.44%
21042N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
21403N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Source: Ownwell

$10,000

$352,050

$694,100

Median Maryland Market Value

$338,400

Median United States Market Value

$235,294

Property Tax Assessment Values Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Zip10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Home Price75th Percentile90th Percentile
21043$205,980$299,600$398,500$532,450$662,500
21042N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
21403N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Source: Ownwell

Property Tax Bills Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Property Tax Bills Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Source: Ownwell

$30

$3,798

$7,566

Median Maryland Tax Bill

$4,092

Median United States Tax Bill

$2,400

Property Tax Bills Across Ellicott City, Baltimore County County, Maryland

Zip10th Percentile25th PercentileMedian Tax Bill75th Percentile90th Percentile
21043$1,816$3,723$4,879$6,671$7,978
21042N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
21403N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Source: Ownwell

Frequently Asked Property Tax Questions in Ellicott City, Maryland

How are property taxes calculated in Ellicott City, Maryland?
Property taxes in Ellicott City, Maryland are calculated by multiplying your property's assessed value by the applicable tax rate set by local taxing authorities. The assessed value is determined by the county assessor and may differ from your property's market value depending on local assessment ratios and exemptions.
How do I appeal my property taxes in Ellicott City, Maryland?
To appeal your property taxes in Ellicott City, Maryland, you typically need to file a formal protest or appeal with your local appraisal district or assessor's office by the stated deadline. You'll need evidence such as comparable sales, a recent independent appraisal, or documentation of property condition issues. Ownwell can handle this entire process for you.
What property tax exemptions are available in Ellicott City, Maryland?
Common property tax exemptions in Ellicott City, Maryland include homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior citizen exemptions, veteran exemptions, and disability exemptions. Exemption amounts and eligibility requirements vary by county. Contact your local appraisal district or check Ownwell for details specific to your property.
When are property taxes due in Ellicott City, Maryland?
Property tax deadlines in Ellicott City, Maryland vary by county but typically include an assessment notice period in spring or early summer, followed by an appeal deadline, and a tax payment due date in the fall or winter. Check with your county assessor's office for specific dates in your area.
How can Ownwell help reduce my property taxes in Ellicott City, Maryland?
Ownwell provides professional property tax appeal services in Ellicott City, Maryland. Our team analyzes your assessment, gathers evidence, files all paperwork, and represents you at hearings — all with no upfront cost. You only pay a percentage of your savings if we successfully lower your tax bill.