Collected and spent
In 2022, Allegany County spent about $302.1M. This is a Census of Governments estimate across all of its funds.
Where the money comes from
One tax.
Details
Maryland Comptroller — 2024 Local Income Tax Rates (Allegany County)Where it goes
13 service lines.
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Bars in both tables share one scale. Hatched lines pay for past obligations, not current services.
Who decides
The Commissioners run the county. They can assess, levy and collect taxes. Allegany is a Code Home Rule county, so they also pass local laws. All county voters pick all 3 Commissioners.
Details
Allegany County, Board of County Commissioners page (Commissioner Powers) (read 2026-10-10)When decisions happen
The Commissioners must pass a balanced budget by July 1 each year. Spending plans may not top the money the county expects.
How to reach it
Details
Allegany County Finance, FY27 Budget Process (read 2026-10-10)Also on this tax bill
An Allegany County address pays these governments too. Which cities apply depends on the address.
On every bill in Allegany County
On some bills, depending on the address
Cities: 4
Sources
Details
Maryland Comptroller — 2024 Local Income Tax Rates (Allegany County)Details
Allegany County, Board of County Commissioners page (Commissioner Powers) (read 2026-10-10)Details
Allegany County Finance, FY27 Budget Process (read 2026-10-10)Details
Allegany County, Board of County Commissioners page (Contact Us) (read 2026-10-10)To act on what you have read
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