Hendry County Property Taxes

Hendry County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

19.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$127/mo escrow

#50 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.80%

vs. Florida Avg19.4% below
vs. National Avg43.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$189,700

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,905

$159/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,437

$120/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#50

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Hendry County, Florida

Hendry's tax rate runs lean nationwide

At 0.801%, Hendry County's effective property tax rate sits well below the national median of 0.92%, putting it in the bottom 40% of U.S. counties by tax burden. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,519 annually—just 56% of the national median of $2,690—on homes worth roughly $189,700.

Slightly above Florida's average rate

Hendry County's 0.801% rate edges above Florida's statewide average of 0.731%, ranking it in the middle tier of the state's 67 counties. The county's median property tax of $1,519 falls $366 short of Florida's state average of $1,885.

Higher taxes than most rural neighbors

Hendry sits in Southwest Florida among smaller, rural counties with mixed tax profiles. Its 0.801% rate exceeds Holmes County (0.520%) and Jackson County (0.549%), but trails Highlands County (0.728%) and Hernando County (0.720%).

Median annual tax on typical home

A Hendry County homeowner with a median-valued property at $189,700 pays roughly $1,519 per year in property taxes. Add mortgage-related assessments, and that figure rises to about $1,905 annually.

Many Hendry homeowners can appeal

Studies consistently show 15-20% of properties are overassessed relative to market value. If your home's appraised value seems high, you have the right to file a formal appeal with the county property appraiser—often at no cost.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Hendry 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.

Hendry County has an effective property tax rate of 0.80%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $1,519. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Hendry County's current rate, or contact the Hendry County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Hendry County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hendry County$1,519
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Hendry County

0.80%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hendry County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Hendry County, Florida is 0.80%. 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 Hendry 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. Hendry County has an effective property tax rate of 0.80%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $1,519. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Hendry County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Hendry County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hendry County is $1,519. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,905, while those without a mortgage pay $1,437.
How does Hendry County compare to the Florida average?
Hendry County's effective tax rate of 0.80% is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Hendry County is $1,519, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Hendry County, Florida?
The median home value in Hendry County, Florida is $189,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Hendry County property tax rate higher than the Florida average?
Hendry County's effective property tax rate of 0.80% is higher than the Florida average of 0.73%. This difference of 0.07% 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 Hendry County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Hendry County ranks #50 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.80% and median annual tax of $1,519, 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.