Escambia County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 82,106.
The median annual property tax in Escambia County is $1,406, which is 25% lower than the Florida state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $234,200. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,406
-25% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$234,200
-9% vs State
+11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.60%
-18% vs State
-37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,602
$134/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,131
$94/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 | $1,406 +8.1% | 0.60% |
| 2022 | $1,301 +7.3% | 0.63% |
| 2021 | $1,212 +6.8% | 0.71% |
| 2020 | $1,135 +3.8% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $1,093 | 0.75% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,715
per year
Monthly Tax
$117
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Glades County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.01%
St. Lucie County
Tax: $2,893/yr Rate: 0.95%
Clay County
Tax: $2,080/yr Rate: 0.74%
Osceola County
Tax: $2,498/yr Rate: 0.79%
Hardee County
Tax: $1,358/yr Rate: 1.05%
Taylor County
Tax: $724/yr Rate: 0.72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Escambia County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Escambia County is $1,406 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.60% on a median home value of $234,200.
How does Escambia County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Escambia County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.60% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Escambia County? ▼
In Escambia County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,602 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,131. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Escambia County? ▼
Property taxes in Escambia County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $65,715. 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.