Baker County Property Taxes

Baker County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

25.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$118/mo escrow

#17 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.63%

vs. Florida Avg25.2% below
vs. National Avg47.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$225,000

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,610

$134/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,074

$90/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#17

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Baker County, Florida

Baker taxes well below national average

Baker County's effective tax rate of 0.627% sits comfortably below the national median of 0.73%, placing it near the 40th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $1,410 runs $1,280 below the national median, even though home values are comparable.

Baker is Florida's tax bargain

Baker's 0.627% effective rate ranks as one of the lowest in Florida, well below the state average of 0.731%. At just $1,410 in median annual taxes, Baker homeowners save $475 yearly compared to the state average of $1,885.

Baker undercuts all regional peers

Baker's 0.627% rate beats Bradford County (0.567%) slightly and vastly outperforms Alachua County's 0.983%. Among North Florida counties, only Bradford and Calhoun offer comparable tax savings.

Your annual tax bill in Baker

On a median home value of $225,000, Baker residents pay approximately $1,410 in annual property taxes. With mortgage-related expenses, the full bill comes to roughly $1,610 per year.

Even low taxes can be lowered

Even in affordable-tax Baker County, some homeowners remain overassessed and eligible for appeals. Contacting the Property Appraiser's office about a potential informal appeal is free and could provide additional relief.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Baker County

In Florida, property taxes are expressed as a millage rate (also called a mill rate). One mill equals $1 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed property value. Your total property tax bill is determined by adding together the millage rates set by the county, city or municipality, school district, and any special districts.

In Florida, property is assessed at just value (market value), but homestead exemptions can reduce taxable value by $50,000 or more. The millage rate is applied to the taxable value after exemptions. Florida counties, cities, school districts, and special districts each levy their own millage rates.

Baker County has an effective property tax rate of 0.63%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,410. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Baker County's current rate, or contact the Baker County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Baker County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Baker County$1,410
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Baker County

0.63%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Baker County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Baker County, Florida is 0.63%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
What is the millage rate in Baker County, Florida?
The millage rate (also called mill rate) is the property tax rate expressed as dollars per $1,000 of assessed property value. In Florida, property taxes are calculated by multiplying your assessed property value by the total millage rate, which includes levies from the county, city, school district, and special districts. Baker County has an effective property tax rate of 0.63%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,410. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Baker County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Baker County?
The median annual property tax payment in Baker County is $1,410. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,610, while those without a mortgage pay $1,074.
How does Baker County compare to the Florida average?
Baker County's effective tax rate of 0.63% is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Baker County is $1,410, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Baker County, Florida?
The median home value in Baker County, Florida is $225,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Baker County a low property tax area in Florida?
Yes — Baker County's effective property tax rate of 0.63% is below the Florida average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $1,410 is also lower the state average of $1,885, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Baker County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Baker County ranks #17 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.63% and median annual tax of $1,410, it falls in the lower third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.