What is the property tax rate in Lakeland, FL?

Lakeland has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.73%. On a median home valued at $229,100, homeowners pay approximately $1,669 per year in property taxes.

How does Lakeland compare to Polk County?

Lakeland's effective rate of 0.73% is equal to the Polk County average of 0.73%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,933, while Lakeland homeowners pay an estimated $1,669.

How much are property taxes in Lakeland on a $300,000 home?

Based on Lakeland's effective rate of 0.73%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $2,190 per year, or about $183 per month.

Lakeland Property Tax Rate

Polk County, Florida

0.73%effective rate

Lakeland is located in Polk County, Florida. Homeowners in Lakeland pay a median of $1,669 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $229,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.73%. This is roughly in line with the Polk County average of 0.73%.

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Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.73%

vs 0.73% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,669

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$229,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

117,030

Lakeland, FL

How Lakeland Compares

Lakeland

0.73%

Polk County Average

0.73%

Florida Average

0.76%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Polk County

Compare property tax rates for 4 cities in Polk County, Florida.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Haines City	31,156	$2,416	0.96%
Winter Haven	52,846	$2,121	0.85%
Poinciana	71,665	$2,059	0.77%
Lakeland	117,030	$1,669	0.73%

About Property Taxes in Lakeland

Property taxes in Lakeland are collected by Polk County. Tax exemptions available to Polk County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Lakeland. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Polk County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$2,190

$183/month · Rate: 0.73%

Polk County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. 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.