Maryland Mortgage Calculator
The median home price in Maryland is $385,000. With a 20% down payment at the state's average 30-year fixed rate of 7%, your estimated all-in monthly payment (principal, interest, taxes, and insurance) is approximately $2,499. Maryland's property tax rate of 1.09% annually is above the U.S. national average of 1.07%.
A buyer earning Maryland's median household income of $98,000 would dedicate roughly 31% of gross monthly income to housing — moderately stretched by the standard 28% guideline.
Median Home Price
$385,000
Avg 30-yr Rate
7%
Property Tax Rate
1.09%/yr
Est. Monthly PITI
$2,499
Mortgage Calculator
Total Monthly Payment
$2,498.88
Loan Amount
$308,000
Total Paid
$737,687
Total Interest
$429,687
How to Get a Mortgage in Maryland
- 1 Check your credit score. In Maryland, most conventional lenders require 620+; FHA allows 580+ with 3.5% down.
- 2 Save for your down payment. On a $385,000 Maryland home, 20% down is $77,000 — avoiding PMI and reducing your monthly payment.
- 3 Get pre-approved from 2–3 lenders. Rates in Maryland average 7%, but shopping lenders often saves 0.25–0.5%.
- 4 Account for closing costs — typically 2–5% of the loan amount, or $9,240–$15,400 on a median Maryland purchase.
- 5 Budget for ongoing costs: Maryland property taxes average 1.09%/yr ($4,197/yr on the median home), plus homeowner's insurance averaging $1.200/yr.
Monthly Cost Breakdown — Median Maryland Home
Excludes HOA fees, PMI (not required with 20% down), and utilities.
Maryland Mortgage FAQs
What is the average home price in Maryland?
The median home price in Maryland is $385,000 (2024 estimate). With a typical 20% down payment of $77,000, a buyer would finance $308,000 at a 30-year fixed rate.
What are property taxes like in Maryland?
Maryland has an average effective property tax rate of 1.09% of assessed home value. On a $385,000 home, that's approximately $4,197 per year ($350/month) — above the national average of 1.07%.
How much income do I need to buy a home in Maryland?
To keep housing costs at or below the recommended 28% of gross monthly income on a median-priced Maryland home, you'd need to earn roughly $107,093 per year. The state's median household income is $98,000, meaning the typical household allocates about 31% of gross income to housing — moderately stretched.
What is the average mortgage rate in Maryland?
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate in Maryland is approximately 7% (2024 average). Rates vary by lender, credit score, loan-to-value ratio, and loan type. Borrowers with credit scores above 740 typically qualify for the best available rates.
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