Washington County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 7,407.
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $787, which is 58% lower than the Florida state average and 59% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $156,000. Property taxes represent 1.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$787
-58% vs State
-59% vs US
Median Home Value
$156,000
-39% vs State
-26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.50%
-32% vs State
-47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,116
$93/mo
Without Mortgage
$596
$50/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 | $787 +3.4% | 0.50% |
| 2022 | $761 +8.9% | 0.55% |
| 2021 | $699 +2.8% | 0.56% |
| 2020 | $680 +0.6% | 0.56% |
| 2019 | $676 | 0.60% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,723
per year
Monthly Tax
$66
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Martin County
Tax: $3,120/yr Rate: 0.81%
Clay County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 0.74%
Union County
Tax: $931/yr Rate: 0.58%
Columbia County
Tax: $1,385/yr Rate: 0.74%
St. Johns County
Tax: $3,547/yr Rate: 0.78%
Putnam County
Tax: $1,196/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Washington County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Washington County is $787 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.50% on a median home value of $156,000.
How does Washington County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County are 59% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Washington County? ▼
In Washington County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,116 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $596. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Washington County? ▼
Property taxes in Washington County represent approximately 1.5% of the median household income of $52,723. 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.