Frequently Asked Questions

You can find property tax records online at the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) website. For most people, the easiest way to find a property is by an address search.

The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) assesses all property in Maryland. Under state law, Caroline County is required to partially fund the local SDAT office but the employees work for the state, not the County Commissioners.

Property value can be appealed within 60 days after purchase. To appeal your three-year tax assessment, complete and return the form that comes with your Assessment Notice within 45 days of the notice date. Homeowners can appeal any year between July 1 and December 31 for the following year's assessment. Call the Supervisor of Assessments for Caroline County at 410-819-4450.

The County Commissioners set the property tax rate for Caroline County. The rate is set as part of the annual budget process. The ordinance adopting the tax rate is normally passed in late May every year.

The assessed value of the property is certified to the County by the Department of Assessment and Taxation. The assessed value is multiplied by the county, state, and municipal tax rates.

The current rate for real property is $.98 per $100 of assessed value.