Putnam County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 22,256.
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,196, which is 37% lower than the Florida state average and 38% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $147,300. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,196
-37% vs State
-38% vs US
Median Home Value
$147,300
-43% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.81%
+11% vs State
-15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,410
$118/mo
Without Mortgage
$992
$83/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 | $1,196 +3.0% | 0.81% |
| 2022 | $1,161 +10.2% | 0.92% |
| 2021 | $1,054 +4.4% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $1,010 +3.3% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $978 | 1.10% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,256
per year
Monthly Tax
$100
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Okeechobee County
Tax: $1,349/yr Rate: 0.75%
Leon County
Tax: $2,305/yr Rate: 0.82%
St. Lucie County
Tax: $2,893/yr Rate: 0.95%
Monroe County
Tax: $3,943/yr Rate: 0.54%
Osceola County
Tax: $2,498/yr Rate: 0.79%
Duval County
Tax: $2,142/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Putnam County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Putnam County is $1,196 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.81% on a median home value of $147,300.
How does Putnam County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County are 38% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
In Putnam County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,410 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $992. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Putnam County? ▼
Property taxes in Putnam County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $47,256. 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.