Property Taxes in Bethesda, Maryland
Median Bethesda, Maryland effective property tax rate: 1.18%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly lower than the Maryland state median of 1.21%.
Median Bethesda, Maryland home value: $934,000
Median annual Bethesda, Maryland tax bill: $11,108, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Montgomery calculated?
Property taxes in Bethesda, Maryland are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Bethesda's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Bethesda, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Bethesda Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Bethesda property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Bethesda's median effective tax rate of 1.18% — based on actual property records in Montgomery County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Bethesda's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Bethesda: rates range from $9,325.00 in 20814 to $12,710.00 in 20816, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Bethesda.
About Bethesda Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Bethesda, Montgomery, Maryland
Bethesda’s median effective property tax rate of 1.18% is lower than the Maryland state median of 1.21% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Montgomery County base levy combined with local school district levies and special taxing districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Bethesda. Homeowners in the 20817 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.21%, while those in 20816 pay 1.14%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Montgomery County. Understanding which part of Bethesda you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Bethesda homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Tax Assessor before the February 13, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Bethesda's effective property tax rate to other cities in Maryland and the median property tax rates in Maryland and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Bethesda Tax Rate
1.18%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Montgomery County Tax Rate
1.19%
Median Effective Maryland Tax Rate
1.21%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20814 | 1.12% | 1.15% | 1.18% | 1.22% | 1.25% |
| 20816 | 1.09% | 1.11% | 1.14% | 1.17% | 1.19% |
| 20817 | 1.11% | 1.16% | 1.21% | 1.24% | 1.25% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
When examining property taxes in Bethesda, Maryland, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Montgomery County assessment office estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Montgomery County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of March.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Bethesda.
For example, the median home price in Bethesda is $934,000, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 20816 has the highest median home price at $1,118,150.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
Source: Ownwell
$110,000
$614,075
$1,118,150
Median Bethesda Market Value
$934,000
Median Montgomery County Market Value
$520,100
Median Maryland Market Value
$338,400
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20814 | $215,000 | $305,000 | $765,400 | $1,124,075 | $1,621,700 |
| 20816 | $460,000 | $886,725 | $1,118,150 | $1,427,575 | $1,808,850 |
| 20817 | $567,200 | $792,175 | $966,400 | $1,371,650 | $1,792,970 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
Property tax bills in Bethesda are based on the assessed value of a home, not the purchase price alone. Local assessors estimate the market value of the property, and that value is multiplied by the tax rate set for Montgomery County and other local jurisdictions to determine the bill. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a larger tax bill even if nothing has changed about the house itself.
With a median home price of $934,000, Bethesda homeowners often face substantial property tax obligations. The 25th percentile tax bill is $8,436, while the 75th percentile reaches $15,370, and the 90th percentile climbs to $20,496. The median tax bill is $12,710 in ZIP code 20816 and $9,325 in ZIP code 20814. These differences show how location, assessed value, and local tax rates can affect what homeowners owe each year.
Median Bethesda Tax Bill
$11,108
Median Montgomery County Tax Bill
$6,208
Median Maryland Tax Bill
$4,092
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Bethesda, Montgomery County, Maryland
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20814 | $2,418 | $3,470 | $9,325 | $13,333 | $19,259 |
| 20816 | $5,126 | $10,330 | $12,710 | $16,020 | $20,031 |
| 20817 | $6,378 | $9,691 | $11,509 | $16,089 | $21,189 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to appeal!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | February 13 |
Links | |
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| Montgomery Tax Assessor | |
| Website | sdat.dat.maryland.gov |