Sumter County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 58,978.
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $2,940, which is 56% higher than the Florida state average and 53% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $356,000. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,940
+56% vs State
+53% vs US
Median Home Value
$356,000
+38% vs State
+68% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.83%
+14% vs State
-13% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,055
$255/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,864
$239/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 | $2,940 +4.9% | 0.83% |
| 2022 | $2,803 +6.0% | 0.86% |
| 2021 | $2,645 +7.9% | 0.94% |
| 2020 | $2,452 +4.7% | 0.92% |
| 2019 | $2,343 | 0.91% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,297
per year
Monthly Tax
$245
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Flagler County
Tax: $2,628/yr Rate: 0.79%
Gadsden County
Tax: $854/yr Rate: 0.55%
Citrus County
Tax: $1,320/yr Rate: 0.59%
St. Johns County
Tax: $3,547/yr Rate: 0.78%
Lee County
Tax: $2,699/yr Rate: 0.83%
Hamilton County
Tax: $806/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sumter County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sumter County is $2,940 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.83% on a median home value of $356,000.
How does Sumter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County are 53% 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 Sumter County? ▼
In Sumter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,055 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,864. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sumter County? ▼
Property taxes in Sumter County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $73,297. 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.