Gilchrist County Property Taxes

Gilchrist County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

31% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$108/mo escrow

#23 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.68%

vs. Florida Avg31% below
vs. National Avg51.6% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$191,000

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,597

$133/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,045

$87/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#23

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Gilchrist County, Florida

Gilchrist taxes fall below national average

Gilchrist County's effective tax rate of 0.681% sits slightly below Florida's state average of 0.731% and well below the national median. The median property tax of $1,301 is significantly lower than the national median of $2,690, reflecting rural Florida's tax advantages.

Below-average taxes for rural Florida

Gilchrist ranks in the lower half of Florida counties at 0.681% effective rate, about 7% below the state average of 0.731%. Its median property tax of $1,301 is 31% lower than the state median of $1,885.

More affordable than Flagler and Hamilton

Gilchrist's 0.681% rate is lower than Flagler's 0.788% and nearly identical to Hamilton's 0.730%, but Gilchrist homeowners pay less total tax due to lower home values. At a median home value of $191,000, Gilchrist offers a sweet spot of reasonable rates and affordable properties.

Median home: roughly $1,301 yearly

A homeowner with a $191,000 median-valued home in Gilchrist County pays approximately $1,301 per year in property taxes. With a mortgage, the bill rises to $1,597; without one, it drops to $1,045.

Challenge your assessment for savings

If your Gilchrist County home's assessed value hasn't been reviewed recently, it may be overvalued relative to current market sales. Filing a Value Adjustment Board appeal costs nothing and could reduce your annual bill by hundreds if your assessment exceeds comparable recent sales.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Gilchrist 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.

Gilchrist County has an effective property tax rate of 0.68%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,301. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Gilchrist County's current rate, or contact the Gilchrist County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Gilchrist County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Gilchrist County$1,301
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Gilchrist County

0.68%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Gilchrist County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Gilchrist County, Florida is 0.68%. 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 Gilchrist 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. Gilchrist County has an effective property tax rate of 0.68%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,301. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Gilchrist County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Gilchrist County?
The median annual property tax payment in Gilchrist County is $1,301. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,597, while those without a mortgage pay $1,045.
How does Gilchrist County compare to the Florida average?
Gilchrist County's effective tax rate of 0.68% is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Gilchrist County is $1,301, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Gilchrist County, Florida?
The median home value in Gilchrist County, Florida is $191,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Gilchrist County a low property tax area in Florida?
Yes — Gilchrist County's effective property tax rate of 0.68% is below the Florida average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax of $1,301 is also lower the state average of $1,885, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Gilchrist County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Gilchrist County ranks #23 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.68% and median annual tax of $1,301, 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.