What is the property tax rate in Florida?

Florida has an effective property tax rate of 0.76%, ranking it #28 out of 50 states. The median homeowner pays $2,730 per year.

How are property taxes calculated in Florida?

Property taxes in Florida are calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the local tax rate (millage rate). The effective rate shown here (0.76%) represents the median taxes paid as a percentage of median home value across the state.

Which county in Florida has the lowest property taxes?

Among Florida's 67 counties, Washington County has one of the lowest effective property tax rates.

Does Florida have a homestead exemption?

Yes, Florida offers several property tax exemptions including: General Homestead, Over 65 (Low Income), Save Our Homes (SOH) Cap, Disabled Veteran, Disability. See the exemptions section above for details.

Florida Property Tax Rate

67 Counties

0.76%effective rate

Florida has an effective property tax rate of 0.76%, ranking it #28 among all 50 states. The median homeowner in Florida pays $2,730 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $359,000. This rate is 17% lower than the national average of 0.92%.

Effective Tax Rate📊

0.76%

#28 of 50 states

Median Tax Paid🏠

$2,730

Per year

Median Home Value💰

$359,000

2024 estimate

Total Counties📍

Population: 22,416,077

Property Tax Rates by County in Florida

Rank ▲	County	Effective Rate	Median Tax	Median Value
#1	Alachua County	0.96%	$2,773	$288,800
#2	Broward County	0.94%	$3,890	$414,600
#3	St. Lucie County	0.93%	$3,241	$347,300
#4	Liberty County	0.90%	$1,152	$127,300
#5	Palm Beach County	0.86%	$3,858	$447,300
#6	Charlotte County	0.85%	$2,785	$328,900
#7	Glades County	0.85%	$1,170	$137,000
#8	DeSoto County	0.83%	$1,447	$174,100
#9	Madison County	0.83%	$965	$116,200
#10	Hardee County	0.82%	$1,264	$153,600
#11	Hillsborough County	0.81%	$3,010	$371,500
#12	Miami-Dade County	0.81%	$3,744	$463,000
#13	Hendry County	0.80%	$1,756	$219,200
#14	Lee County	0.79%	$2,858	$362,200
#15	Leon County	0.79%	$2,397	$301,800
#16	Manatee County	0.78%	$3,047	$391,400
#17	Putnam County	0.78%	$1,249	$160,300
#18	Sumter County	0.78%	$3,014	$385,400
#19	Martin County	0.77%	$3,322	$432,200
#20	Volusia County	0.77%	$2,395	$313,000

How Florida Compares

Florida

0.76%

National Average

0.92%

Neighboring States

Calculate Your Property Tax in Florida

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Estimate your annual property tax based on your location and home value

State

County

Home Value

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,280

$190/month · Rate: 0.76%

Home Value

$300,000

Taxable Value

$300,000

Effective Rate

0.76%

Florida Property Tax Exemptions

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General Homestead

Up to $50,000 ($25,000 applies to all taxes; additional $25,000 applies to non-school taxes for values between $50,000-$75,000)

Primary residence owners with Florida residency as of January 1

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Over 65 (Low Income)

Up to $50,000 additional exemption from county or city taxes

Homeowners age 65+ with household income below $36,614 (adjusted annually); must have homestead exemption

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Save Our Homes (SOH) Cap

Assessment increases capped at 3% or CPI, whichever is lower

All homestead property owners; applies automatically

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Disabled Veteran

Up to 100% exemption; $5,000 reduction for partial disability; full exemption for 100% disabled veterans who are permanently and totally disabled

Veterans with service-connected disability; combat-disabled veterans age 65+ may qualify for additional discounts

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Disability

$500 reduction in assessed value

Persons who are totally and permanently disabled

Nearby States

Alabama

0.38%

Georgia

0.77%

Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (the latest available). Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.