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Highlands County

Highlands County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.73%

Median Annual Tax

$1,295

How Highlands County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Highlands County$1,295
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Highlands County

0.73%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$1,496

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,101

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,295

Monthly Escrow

$108

Effective Rate

0.73%

vs. Florida State Average▼ 31.3% below
vs. National Average▼ 51.9% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Highlands County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Highlands County, Florida is 0.73%. 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 Highlands County?
The median annual property tax payment in Highlands County is $1,295. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,496, while those without a mortgage pay $1,101.
How does Highlands County compare to the Florida average?
Highlands County's effective tax rate of 0.73% is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Highlands County is $1,295, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Highlands County, Florida?
The median home value in Highlands County, Florida is $177,900, 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

Pinellas County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$2,324

Nassau County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$2,558

Indian River County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$2,288

Suwannee County(FL)

Rate0.73%
Median Tax$1,169
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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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