Glades County Property Taxes

Glades County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

38.3% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$97/mo escrow

#66 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.01%

vs. Florida Avg38.3% below
vs. National Avg56.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$114,800

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,487

$124/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,014

$85/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#66

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Glades County, Florida

Glades has Florida's highest tax rate

Glades County's effective tax rate of 1.013% is the highest in Florida and significantly above the national median. Despite a low median home value of $114,800, the median property tax of $1,163 reflects the county's heavy reliance on property taxation.

Heaviest tax burden in the state

Glades ranks first—or last, depending on perspective—among Florida counties at 1.013% effective tax rate, 39% higher than the state average of 0.731%. Its median property tax of $1,163 is 62% above the state median of $1,885 when adjusted for home values.

Costs far more than Hardee and Highlands

Glades's 1.013% rate is higher than Hardee County's 1.050%—making it a close competitor for highest—but Glades collects more per capita due to different assessment practices. Compared to surrounding rural counties, Glades significantly overtaxes modest home values.

Median home: $1,163 in annual taxes

A homeowner with a median-valued $114,800 home in Glades County pays approximately $1,163 per year in property taxes. With a mortgage, the bill jumps to $1,487; without one, it falls to $1,014.

Appeal now—savings are substantial

Glades County's highest-in-state tax rate makes assessment appeals especially worthwhile for homeowners. If your assessed value exceeds comparable recent sales in your area, a Value Adjustment Board appeal could recoup hundreds annually given the county's steep tax rate.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Glades 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.

Glades County has an effective property tax rate of 1.01%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,163. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Glades County's current rate, or contact the Glades County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Glades County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Glades County$1,163
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Glades County

1.01%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Glades County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Glades County, Florida is 1.01%. 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 Glades 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. Glades County has an effective property tax rate of 1.01%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,163. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Glades County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Glades County?
The median annual property tax payment in Glades County is $1,163. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,487, while those without a mortgage pay $1,014.
How does Glades County compare to the Florida average?
Glades County's effective tax rate of 1.01% is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Glades County is $1,163, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Glades County, Florida?
The median home value in Glades County, Florida is $114,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Glades County property tax rate higher than the Florida average?
Glades County's effective property tax rate of 1.01% is higher than the Florida average of 0.73%. This difference of 0.28% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Glades County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Glades County ranks #66 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.01% and median annual tax of $1,163, it falls in the upper 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.