Leon County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 62,572.
The median annual property tax in Leon County is $2,305, which is 22% higher than the Florida state average and 20% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $279,800. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,305
+22% vs State
+20% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,800
+9% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+12% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,415
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,094
$175/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 | $2,305 +5.4% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $2,187 +9.3% | 0.85% |
| 2021 | $2,000 +3.1% | 0.90% |
| 2020 | $1,939 +1.1% | 0.91% |
| 2019 | $1,917 | 0.94% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,074
per year
Monthly Tax
$192
per month
Other Counties in Florida
DeSoto County
Tax: $1,322/yr Rate: 0.87%
Martin County
Tax: $3,120/yr Rate: 0.81%
Lake County
Tax: $2,284/yr Rate: 0.79%
Baker County
Tax: $1,410/yr Rate: 0.63%
Washington County
Tax: $787/yr Rate: 0.50%
Osceola County
Tax: $2,498/yr Rate: 0.79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Leon County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Leon County is $2,305 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $279,800.
How does Leon County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Leon County are 20% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Leon County? ▼
In Leon County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,415 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,094. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Leon County? ▼
Property taxes in Leon County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $65,074. 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.