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Hernando County

Hernando County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.72%

Median Annual Tax

$1,732

How Hernando County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hernando County$1,732
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Hernando County

0.72%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,919

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,435

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,732

Monthly Escrow

$144

Effective Rate

0.72%

vs. Florida State Average▼ 8.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 35.6% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hernando County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Hernando County, Florida is 0.72%. 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 Hernando County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hernando County is $1,732. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,919, while those without a mortgage pay $1,435.
How does Hernando County compare to the Florida average?
Hernando County's effective tax rate of 0.72% is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Hernando County is $1,732, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Hernando County, Florida?
The median home value in Hernando County, Florida is $240,700, 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

Taylor County(FL)

Rate0.72%
Median Tax$724

Suwannee County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$1,169

Indian River County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$2,288

Highlands County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$1,295
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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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