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District of Columbia Property Tax

DC

40thhighest rate of 52

Effective property tax rate

0.58%

0.42pp below the national average of 1.00%

Median home value
$724,600
Median tax paid
$4,180
Counties
1

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  • District of Columbia
    Rate:0.58%
    Home:$724,600
    Tax:$4,180

District of Columbia Property Tax FAQ

Common questions about property taxes in District of Columbia, answered with current data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Property tax in District of Columbia is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate. The state-wide effective rate is 0.58%, but rates vary significantly by county. Each county applies its own assessment ratio and mill rate, so the actual rate you pay depends on where you live within District of Columbia.

The population-weighted effective property tax rate in District of Columbia is 0.58%. Based on the median home value of $724,600, a typical homeowner pays around $4,180 per year in property tax. This figure is calculated from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data across all 1 counties in District of Columbia.

District of Columbia has the lowest effective property tax rate in District of Columbia at 0.58%. The median home value there is $724,600, with a median annual tax of $4,180.

District of Columbia has the highest effective property tax rate in District of Columbia at 0.58%. The median home value there is $724,600, with a median annual tax of $4,180.

The U.S. national population-weighted average effective property tax rate is 1.00%. District of Columbia's rate of 0.58% is 0.42 percentage points below the national average. This means District of Columbia homeowners typically pay less in property tax than the average American homeowner, relative to home value.

DC Property Tax Rate Explained

The District of Columbia property tax rate is approximately 0.58% effective rate, making it one of the lowest in the Northeast region. As a federal district, DC operates under its own property tax structure separate from any state. Unlike most U.S. jurisdictions, DC is not divided into counties — the entire district functions as a single taxing authority under the Office of Tax and Revenue (OTR).

DC property tax has four classifications, each with its own rate:

  • Class 1 (Residential): $0.85 per $100 assessed value (0.85%)
  • Class 2 (Commercial up to $5M): $1.65 per $100 (1.65%)
  • Class 2 (Commercial over $5M): $1.89 per $100 (1.89%)
  • Class 3 (Vacant): $5.00 per $100 (5.00%)
  • Class 4 (Blighted): $10.00 per $100 (10.00%)

For most homeowners, the effective property tax rate in DC is around 0.58% after applying the Homestead Deduction ($89,400 in 2025) and assessment cap (10% per year). With a median home value around $725,000 in Washington DC, the typical homeowner pays approximately $4,200 annually after exemptions.

DC Homestead Deduction

DC homeowners who occupy their property as a primary residence can apply for the Homestead Deduction, which reduces the taxable assessed value by $89,400. The deduction must be applied for through the OTR — it is not automatic. Long-term DC homeowners also benefit from a 10% annual assessment cap, similar to Texas's homestead cap.

When Are DC Property Taxes Due?

DC property tax is billed semi-annually. The first half is due March 31, and the second half is due September 15. Bills are mailed approximately 30 days before each deadline. Late payments incur a 10% penalty plus 1.5% monthly interest.