Hawaii Property Tax Calculator
Estimate annual property tax from your home's value.
Hawaii's average effective property tax rate is 0.27% of assessed home value per year. Actual rates vary significantly by county, school district, and local levies — this is a statewide average for planning purposes.
Estimated property tax
Property taxes in Hawaii
The average effective property tax rate in Hawaii is 0.27% of a home's assessed value per year. Effective rates vary a lot by county, school district, and any homestead exemptions you may qualify for.
Property taxes fund local services like schools, roads, and emergency services, so rates are set locally rather than statewide — two homes of equal value in different counties can have meaningfully different tax bills.
Frequently asked questions
What is an effective property tax rate?+
It's the average annual property tax bill as a percentage of a home's market value — a useful way to compare tax burden across states and counties even when assessment methods differ.
Can I lower my property tax bill?+
Many states and counties offer exemptions — for primary residences (homestead exemptions), seniors, veterans, or disabled homeowners. Check with your local assessor's office for what you may qualify for.
How much property tax on a $400,000 home in Hawaii?+
At Hawaii's average effective rate of 0.27%, a $400,000 home would owe about $1,080/year in property tax, or roughly $90.00/month.