Charlotte County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 72,670.
The median annual property tax in Charlotte County is $2,581, which is 37% higher than the Florida state average and 34% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $291,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,581
+37% vs State
+34% vs US
Median Home Value
$291,000
+13% vs State
+38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.89%
+22% vs State
-6% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,706
$226/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,449
$204/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 | $2,581 +8.0% | 0.89% |
| 2022 | $2,390 +15.8% | 0.90% |
| 2021 | $2,064 +7.6% | 0.91% |
| 2020 | $1,919 +4.2% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $1,842 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,154
per year
Monthly Tax
$215
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Lake County
Tax: $2,284/yr Rate: 0.79%
Martin County
Tax: $3,120/yr Rate: 0.81%
Walton County
Tax: $1,709/yr Rate: 0.45%
Clay County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 0.74%
Union County
Tax: $931/yr Rate: 0.58%
Santa Rosa County
Tax: $1,809/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Charlotte County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Charlotte County is $2,581 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.89% on a median home value of $291,000.
How does Charlotte County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Charlotte County are 34% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.89% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Charlotte County? ▼
In Charlotte County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,706 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,449. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Charlotte County? ▼
Property taxes in Charlotte County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $66,154. 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.