District of Columbia property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in District of Columbia is 0.58%, below the national median of 0.98%, ranking 37 of 51 states and DC. The median homeowner pays $4,180 a year on a home worth $724,600. On a $300,000 home that is about $1,740 before exemptions.
- Effective rate
- 0.58%
- Median annual bill
- $4,180
- Median home value
- $724,600
- Rank (highest = 1)
- 37of 51
Property tax by county in District of Columbia
All 1 counties, largest first. Click a county for its estimate table.
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 0.58% | $4,180 | $724,600 | 672,079 |
District of Columbia compared with the United States
The District of Columbia median bill of $4,180 is above the national median of $2,969. Assessment rules, exemptions and appeal deadlines for District of Columbia are being verified against the state's revenue department and will appear here once confirmed.
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in District of Columbia?
The median effective property tax rate in District of Columbia is 0.58% of home value, below the national median of 0.98%. On a $300,000 home that is about $1,740 per year before exemptions. Rates vary by county and school district.