Wakulla County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 10,217.
The median annual property tax in Wakulla County is $1,408, which is 25% lower than the Florida state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $216,300. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,408
-25% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,300
-16% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.65%
-11% vs State
-32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,555
$130/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,213
$101/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 | $1,408 +1.1% | 0.65% |
| 2022 | $1,393 +2.2% | 0.70% |
| 2021 | $1,363 +2.6% | 0.75% |
| 2020 | $1,328 +23.8% | 0.78% |
| 2019 | $1,073 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,183
per year
Monthly Tax
$117
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Dixie County
Tax: $715/yr Rate: 0.74%
Okaloosa County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 0.60%
Highlands County
Tax: $1,295/yr Rate: 0.73%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,031/yr Rate: 0.88%
Franklin County
Tax: $1,572/yr Rate: 0.62%
St. Johns County
Tax: $3,547/yr Rate: 0.78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wakulla County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wakulla County is $1,408 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.65% on a median home value of $216,300.
How does Wakulla County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wakulla County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.65% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wakulla County? ▼
In Wakulla County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,555 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,213. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wakulla County? ▼
Property taxes in Wakulla County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $74,183. 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.