Madison County Property Taxes

Madison County, Florida

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

50.8% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$77/mo escrow

#59 of 67 counties in Florida

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.88%

vs. Florida Avg50.8% below
vs. National Avg65.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$105,900

State avg $257,245

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,387

$116/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$686

$57/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#59

of 67 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Madison County, Florida

Madison County taxes far exceed national median

Madison County's effective tax rate of 0.876% significantly surpasses the national median of 0.71%, though its median tax of $928 represents just 35% of the national median of $2,690. This reflects the county's tiny property values—among the absolute lowest in Florida—paired with one of the state's steepest tax rates.

Second-highest tax rate in Florida

Madison County's effective rate of 0.876% ranks second only to Liberty County (0.877%) among all Florida jurisdictions, far exceeding the state average of 0.731%. Yet its median tax of $928 remains among Florida's lowest because homes average just $105,900 in value.

Nearly matches Liberty for highest regional rate

Madison's 0.876% rate virtually equals Liberty's 0.877%, making both north-central Florida's most aggressively-taxed counties. The median tax of $928 ranks among the region's lowest, as both counties serve rural, economically distressed areas with minimal property values.

Annual tax obligations in Madison County

A homeowner with a median-valued property of $105,900 pays roughly $928 annually in property taxes—about $77 per month. Despite Madison's nearly-highest state tax rate, the overall burden remains modest because homes are valued substantially below state averages.

Challenge assessments in this high-tax county

Madison County's aggressive tax rate makes assessment accuracy paramount; even modest overvaluations compound significantly over time. Homeowners should compare their assessed value against recent comparable sales and consider appeals if their property appears overvalued relative to actual market conditions.

Tax Rate Details

Understanding Millage Rates in Madison 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.

Madison County has an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, resulting in a median annual tax bill of $928. Use the calculator above to estimate your property tax based on Madison County's current rate, or contact the Madison County tax assessor's office for the exact millage rate breakdown for your property.

How Madison County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Madison County$928
Florida State Average$1,885
National Average$1,924

Madison County

0.88%

Effective rate

Florida Avg

0.73%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Madison County, Florida?
The effective property tax rate in Madison County, Florida is 0.88%. 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 Madison 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. Madison County has an effective property tax rate of 0.88%, which translates to a median annual tax bill of $928. To find the exact millage rate breakdown for your property, check with the Madison County tax assessor's office.
How much are property taxes in Madison County?
The median annual property tax payment in Madison County is $928. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,387, while those without a mortgage pay $686.
How does Madison County compare to the Florida average?
Madison County's effective tax rate of 0.88% is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. The median annual property tax in Madison County is $928, compared to the state average of $1,885.
What is the median home value in Madison County, Florida?
The median home value in Madison County, Florida is $105,900, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Madison County property tax rate higher than the Florida average?
Madison County's effective property tax rate of 0.88% is higher than the Florida average of 0.73%. This difference of 0.14% 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 Madison County rank for property taxes in Florida?
Madison County ranks #59 out of 67 counties in Florida by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.88% and median annual tax of $928, 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.