Washington DC, DC variant. This is a Washington DC, DC-specific version of the Property Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Property Tax Calculator.
Washington DC property tax runs about 0.56% of value - roughly $3,752/year on the $670,000 median home.
Property tax in Washington DC
Tax = assessed value × local rate. The 0.56% effective rate captures Washington DC's blend of county, city, and school levies.
On the $670,000 median home that's $3,752/year ($313/month), usually escrowed with your mortgage.
About Washington DC, DC
Washington, DC levies its own district income tax on residents, separate from any state income tax.
Washington, DC is a high-cost housing market, with elevated home prices and rents reflecting strong demand in the capital region.
Washington, DC's economy is centered on the federal government, along with law, lobbying, and professional services.
Worked example: $670,000 home
$670,000 × 0.56% = $3,752/year. A $600,000 Washington DC home would owe about $3,360.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $670,000
- Median rent: $2,700/mo
- Median household income: $101,027
- Local sales tax: 6%
- Effective property tax rate: 0.56%
- Cost of living index: 153 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Washington DC?
About 0.56% of market value per year.
How much property tax on a median Washington DC home?
Roughly $3,752 per year.