Citrus County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 59,129.
The median annual property tax in Citrus County is $1,320, which is 30% lower than the Florida state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $223,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,320
-30% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$223,200
-13% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
-19% vs State
-38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,420
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,220
$102/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,320 +7.3% | 0.59% |
| 2022 | $1,230 +11.5% | 0.64% |
| 2021 | $1,103 +9.0% | 0.69% |
| 2020 | $1,012 +2.7% | 0.70% |
| 2019 | $985 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,355
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Bradford County
Tax: $1,022/yr Rate: 0.57%
Lafayette County
Tax: $850/yr Rate: 0.65%
Glades County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.01%
Palm Beach County
Tax: $3,600/yr Rate: 0.88%
Calhoun County
Tax: $743/yr Rate: 0.55%
Madison County
Tax: $928/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Citrus County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Citrus County is $1,320 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.59% on a median home value of $223,200.
How does Citrus County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Citrus County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Citrus County? ▼
In Citrus County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,420 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,220. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Citrus County? ▼
Property taxes in Citrus County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $55,355. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.