Seminole County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 121,917.
The median annual property tax in Seminole County is $2,493, which is 32% higher than the Florida state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $357,300. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,493
+32% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$357,300
+39% vs State
+69% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.70%
-4% vs State
-26% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,671
$223/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,086
$174/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 | $2,493 +6.2% | 0.70% |
| 2022 | $2,347 +9.3% | 0.71% |
| 2021 | $2,148 +4.0% | 0.77% |
| 2020 | $2,066 +1.6% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $2,034 | 0.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,030
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Nassau County
Tax: $2,558/yr Rate: 0.73%
Lafayette County
Tax: $850/yr Rate: 0.65%
Volusia County
Tax: $2,179/yr Rate: 0.78%
Hamilton County
Tax: $806/yr Rate: 0.73%
Taylor County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.72%
Charlotte County
Tax: $2,581/yr Rate: 0.89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Seminole County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Seminole County is $2,493 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.70% on a median home value of $357,300.
How does Seminole County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Seminole County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.70% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Seminole County? ▼
In Seminole County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,671 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,086. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Seminole County? ▼
Property taxes in Seminole County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $83,030. 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.