10 Counties with the Highest Property Tax Rates in Florida
If you are comparing property taxes across Florida, these 10 counties have the highest effective rates in the state. The highest-rate county, Hardee County, comes in at 1.05% — 0.26% higher than the Florida average (0.79%). The statewide effective rate is 0.79%.
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| # | County | Effective Rate | Median Tax | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardee County | 1.05% | $1,358 | $129,400 |
| 2 | Glades County | 1.01% | $1,163 | $114,800 |
| 3 | Alachua County | 0.98% | $2,623 | $266,800 |
| 4 | Broward County | 0.95% | $3,610 | $380,400 |
| 5 | St. Lucie County | 0.95% | $2,893 | $305,800 |
| 6 | Charlotte County | 0.89% | $2,581 | $291,000 |
| 7 | Palm Beach County | 0.88% | $3,600 | $407,300 |
| 8 | Liberty County | 0.88% | $1,031 | $117,600 |
| 9 | Madison County | 0.88% | $928 | $105,900 |
| 10 | DeSoto County | 0.87% | $1,322 | $151,500 |
How this ranking is calculated
The effective property tax rate is the median annual property tax paid divided by the median home value in each county, expressed as a percentage. It is the most practical way to compare property tax burden between counties because it neutralizes differences in home values.
Counties with the highest rates in Florida often share a few characteristics: lower home values and/or higher millage rates driven by school and local service funding needs.
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