Union County, Florida Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Florida. Population: 3,085.
The median annual property tax in Union County is $931, which is 51% lower than the Florida state average and 52% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $160,400. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$931
-51% vs State
-52% vs US
Median Home Value
$160,400
-38% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.58%
-21% vs State
-39% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,368
$114/mo
Without Mortgage
$652
$54/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 | $931 -3.6% | 0.58% |
| 2022 | $966 +12.9% | 0.66% |
| 2021 | $856 +3.8% | 0.70% |
| 2020 | $825 -1.2% | 0.73% |
| 2019 | $835 | 0.71% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,922
per year
Monthly Tax
$78
per month
Other Counties in Florida
Alachua County
Tax: $2,623/yr Rate: 0.98%
Hardee County
Tax: $1,358/yr Rate: 1.05%
Marion County
Tax: $1,659/yr Rate: 0.75%
Suwannee County
Tax: $1,169/yr Rate: 0.73%
Baker County
Tax: $1,410/yr Rate: 0.63%
Highlands County
Tax: $1,295/yr Rate: 0.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Union County, Florida? ▼
The median annual property tax in Union County is $931 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.58% on a median home value of $160,400.
How does Union County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Union County are 52% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.58% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Union County? ▼
In Union County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,368 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $652. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Union County? ▼
Property taxes in Union County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $64,922. 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.