DeSoto County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 9,025.
The median annual property tax in DeSoto County is $1,322, which is 30% lower than the Florida state average and 31% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $151,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,322
-30% vs State
-31% vs US
Median Home Value
$151,500
-41% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.87%
+19% vs State
-8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,382
$115/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,291
$108/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 | $1,322 +6.9% | 0.87% |
| 2022 | $1,237 +5.0% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,178 +4.9% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $1,123 +3.1% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $1,089 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,868
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Brevard County
Tax: $2,139/yr Rate: 0.70%
Madison County
Tax: $928/yr Rate: 0.88%
Holmes County
Tax: $527/yr Rate: 0.52%
Okaloosa County
Tax: $1,948/yr Rate: 0.60%
Sumter County
Tax: $2,940/yr Rate: 0.83%
Martin County
Tax: $3,120/yr Rate: 0.81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeSoto County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeSoto County is $1,322 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.87% on a median home value of $151,500.
How does DeSoto County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeSoto County are 31% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.87% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeSoto County? ▼
In DeSoto County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,382 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,291. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeSoto County? ▼
Property taxes in DeSoto County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $50,868. 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.