Sarasota County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 156,876.
The median annual property tax in Sarasota County is $2,826, which is 50% higher than the Florida state average and 47% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $373,100. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,826
+50% vs State
+47% vs US
Median Home Value
$373,100
+45% vs State
+76% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
+4% vs State
-20% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,839
$237/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,813
$234/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 | $2,826 +6.0% | 0.76% |
| 2022 | $2,666 +10.7% | 0.79% |
| 2021 | $2,409 +8.8% | 0.84% |
| 2020 | $2,214 +7.3% | 0.82% |
| 2019 | $2,063 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$80,633
per year
Monthly Tax
$236
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Duval County
Tax: $2,142/yr Rate: 0.78%
Volusia County
Tax: $2,179/yr Rate: 0.78%
Gilchrist County
Tax: $1,301/yr Rate: 0.68%
Osceola County
Tax: $2,498/yr Rate: 0.79%
Columbia County
Tax: $1,385/yr Rate: 0.74%
Jefferson County
Tax: $1,348/yr Rate: 0.68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sarasota County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sarasota County is $2,826 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.76% on a median home value of $373,100.
How does Sarasota County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sarasota County are 47% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sarasota County? ▼
In Sarasota County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,839 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,813. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sarasota County? ▼
Property taxes in Sarasota County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $80,633. 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.