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DeSoto County

DeSoto County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.87%

Median Annual Tax

$1,322

How DeSoto County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

DeSoto County$1,322
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

DeSoto County

0.87%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,382

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,291

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,322

Monthly Escrow

$110

Effective Rate

0.87%

vs. Florida State Average▼ 29.9% below
vs. National Average▼ 50.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in DeSoto County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in DeSoto County, Florida is 0.87%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in DeSoto County?
The median annual property tax payment in DeSoto County is $1,322. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,382, while those without a mortgage pay $1,291.
How does DeSoto County compare to the Florida average?
DeSoto County's effective tax rate of 0.87% is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in DeSoto County is $1,322, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in DeSoto County, Florida?
The median home value in DeSoto County, Florida is $151,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Florida?
Property taxes in Florida are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Madison County(FL)

Rate0.88%
Median Tax$928

Liberty County(FL)

Rate0.88%
Median Tax$1,031

Palm Beach County(FL)

Rate0.88%
Median Tax$3,600

Charlotte County(FL)

Rate0.89%
Median Tax$2,581
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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.

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