Alachua County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 60,974.
The median annual property tax in Alachua County is $2,623, which is 39% higher than the Florida state average and 36% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $266,800. Property taxes represent 4.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,623
+39% vs State
+36% vs US
Median Home Value
$266,800
+4% vs State
+26% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
+34% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,821
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,319
$193/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 | $2,623 +3.2% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $2,541 +9.9% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $2,313 +6.0% | 1.10% |
| 2020 | $2,182 +4.5% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $2,088 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,659
per year
Monthly Tax
$219
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Lee County
Tax: $2,699/yr Rate: 0.83%
Osceola County
Tax: $2,498/yr Rate: 0.79%
Monroe County
Tax: $3,943/yr Rate: 0.54%
Martin County
Tax: $3,120/yr Rate: 0.81%
Gilchrist County
Tax: $1,301/yr Rate: 0.68%
Pasco County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 0.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Alachua County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Alachua County is $2,623 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $266,800.
How does Alachua County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Alachua County are 36% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Alachua County? ▼
In Alachua County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,821 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,319. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Alachua County? ▼
Property taxes in Alachua County represent approximately 4.4% of the median household income of $59,659. 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.