Hawaii property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Hawaii is 0.27%, below the national median of 0.98%, ranking 51 of 51 states and DC. The median homeowner pays $2,183 a year on a home worth $808,200. On a $300,000 home that is about $810 before exemptions.
- Effective rate
- 0.27%
- Median annual bill
- $2,183
- Median home value
- $808,200
- Rank (highest = 1)
- 51of 51
Property tax by county in Hawaii
All 4 counties, largest first. Click a county for its estimate table.
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu County | 0.28% | $2,482 | $873,000 | 1,003,666 |
| Hawaii County | 0.29% | $1,392 | $486,400 | 203,684 |
| Maui County | 0.17% | $1,442 | $858,600 | 164,632 |
| Kauai County | 0.22% | $1,840 | $817,900 | 73,610 |
Hawaii compared with the United States
The Hawaii median bill of $2,183 is below the national median of $2,969. Assessment rules, exemptions and appeal deadlines for Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
The median effective property tax rate in Hawaii is 0.27% of home value, below the national median of 0.98%. On a $300,000 home that is about $810 per year before exemptions. Rates vary by county and school district.
Which Hawaii county has the highest property tax?
Hawaii County has the highest median effective rate in Hawaii at 0.29%. Maui County has the lowest at 0.17%. The largest county by population, Honolulu County, is at 0.28%.