District of Columbia Property Tax Calculator
The District of Columbia is unusual in that it functions as a single taxing jurisdiction — there's no county or separate municipal layer, so DC's own assessor values property and one citywide rate applies uniformly. A homestead deduction is available to owner-occupants that reduces the taxable value of a primary residence. Because DC has just one jurisdiction rather than dozens of counties, this page reports figures for DC as a whole rather than a county breakdown.
Annual Property Tax
$4,445Monthly (Escrow)
$370Effective Rate
0.60%How property tax works in District of Columbia
- DC's assessor office assesses property values citywide — there is no separate county layer, unlike every state.
- A single citywide property tax rate applies uniformly, set by the DC Council rather than overlapping local jurisdictions.
- A homestead deduction is available to owner-occupants and reduces the taxable assessed value of a primary residence.
Methodology
Rates are aggregate-derived from the Census Bureau's ACS 2024 5-year American Community Survey (total real-estate taxes paid ÷ total home value, by county). This is a statistical estimate, not a bill lookup — actual property tax bills vary by city, school district, and special-district levies layered on top of the county rate, and by any homestead, senior, veteran, or other exemptions you qualify for. District of Columbia ranks #36 of 51 (including DC) by statewide average effective rate, where #1 is the highest.
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Frequently asked questions
How is property tax calculated in DC?
DC's assessor office assesses your property's value, and because the District has no counties, one citywide rate set by the DC Council is applied directly to that assessed value to produce your bill.
How much property tax will I pay in DC?
It depends on your property's assessed value and whether you qualify for the homestead deduction, since DC applies one citywide rate rather than varying by neighborhood. Use the calculator above for an estimate based on DC's official data.
Can I lower my DC property tax bill?
The homestead deduction reduces taxable value for owner-occupants, and additional relief is available for seniors and disabled homeowners who qualify. You can also appeal your assessed value if you believe it's inaccurate.
Are property taxes deductible?
Yes — DC property taxes qualify for the federal SALT deduction when you itemize, though that deduction carries a federal cap. Check current IRS guidance for the applicable limit.
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