Citrus County Property Taxes

Citrus County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

30% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$110/mo escrow

#11 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.59%

vs. Florida Avg30% below
vs. National Avg50.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$223,200

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,420

$118/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,220

$102/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#11

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Citrus County, Florida

Citrus County taxes rank low nationally

At 0.591%, Citrus County's effective tax rate sits well below the national median of 0.731%, placing it in the bottom 35% of U.S. counties. Homeowners here pay $1,320 annually on a median home valued at $223,200—about half the national median property tax of $2,690.

A tax bargain within Florida

Citrus County ranks among Florida's lowest-taxing counties, with an effective rate of 0.591% versus the state average of 0.731%. Residents pay $1,320 in median annual property taxes compared to Florida's $1,885 state average.

Cheaper than Escambia, pricier than Dixie

Citrus County's 0.591% rate edges out Escambia County (0.600%) and significantly undercuts Columbia County (0.743%) and Clay County (0.739%). Only Dixie County, the region's most affordable, charges less at 0.738% effective rate.

What $223,200 home costs annually

On Citrus County's median home value of $223,200, you'll pay approximately $1,320 per year in property taxes. With mortgage-related taxes factored in, annual costs rise to around $1,420.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Many Florida homeowners are overassessed relative to market value, and Citrus County residents can file an appeal with the Property Appraiser's office. The process is typically free and could lower your taxable assessment.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Citrus 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.

Citrus County has an effective property tax rate of 0.59%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,320. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Citrus County's current rate, or contact the Citrus County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Citrus County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Citrus County$1,320
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Citrus County

0.59%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Citrus County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Citrus County, Florida is 0.59%. 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 Citrus 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. Citrus County has an effective property tax rate of 0.59%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,320. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Citrus County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Citrus County?
The median annual property tax payment in Citrus County is $1,320. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,420, while those without a mortgage pay $1,220.
How does Citrus County compare to the Florida average?
Citrus County's effective tax rate of 0.59% is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Citrus County is $1,320, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Citrus County, Florida?
The median home value in Citrus County, Florida is $223,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Citrus County a low property tax area in Florida?
Yes — Citrus County's effective property tax rate of 0.59% is below the Florida average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $1,320 is also lower the state average of $1,885, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Citrus County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Citrus County ranks #11 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.59% and median annual tax of $1,320, 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.