Lee County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 236,433.
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,699, which is 43% higher than the Florida state average and 40% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $326,300. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,699
+43% vs State
+40% vs US
Median Home Value
$326,300
+27% vs State
+54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
+14% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,773
$231/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,593
$216/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 | $2,699 +5.9% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $2,548 +8.2% | 0.88% |
| 2021 | $2,354 +5.8% | 0.95% |
| 2020 | $2,226 +5.7% | 0.95% |
| 2019 | $2,105 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,099
per year
Monthly Tax
$225
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Palm Beach County
Tax: $3,600/yr Rate: 0.88%
Gilchrist County
Tax: $1,301/yr Rate: 0.68%
Liberty County
Tax: $1,031/yr Rate: 0.88%
Hardee County
Tax: $1,358/yr Rate: 1.05%
Lafayette County
Tax: $850/yr Rate: 0.65%
Miami-Dade County
Tax: $3,516/yr Rate: 0.83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lee County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,699 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $326,300.
How does Lee County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County are 40% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.83% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lee County? ▼
In Lee County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,773 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,593. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lee County? ▼
Property taxes in Lee County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $73,099. 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.