Jefferson County, FL Property Taxes (2026)

Jefferson County owners pay a median of $1,348 a year on a median home value of $198,800, an effective rate of 0.68%. That's the 46th-highest rate of 67 Florida counties with Census data, below the Florida county median of 0.74%.

Updated October 2026 · Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023)

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Effective tax rate

0.68%

46th highest of 67 in FL

Median annual bill

$1,348

~$112/month

Median home value

$198,800

Florida county median

0.74%

Effective rate

What a protest could save you in Jefferson County

Enter the market value from your appraisal notice. We apply Jefferson County's 0.68% effective rate and a 10–15% reduction, the typical range for successful protests.

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Est. annual tax
$1,352
Savings at 10–15% off
$135–$203
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Jefferson County vs. Florida vs. U.S. property tax rates

Jefferson County0.68%
Florida county median0.74%
U.S. county median0.84%

Key stat: Jefferson County's effective property tax rate is 0.68%, vs. 0.74% for the median Florida county and 0.84% for the median U.S. county. It ranks 46th of 67 in Florida. Effective rate = median tax bill ÷ median home value, so it already reflects typical exemptions. (Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023))

How to appeal your property taxes in Jefferson County

  1. 1

    Review your assessment notice

    Check the assessed value from the Jefferson County Property Appraiser. Compare it to recent sales of similar homes nearby.

  2. 2

    File your appeal before the deadline

    The Jefferson County deadline is 25 days after TRIM notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment year.

  3. 3

    Gather evidence

    Recent comparable sales, photos of condition issues, repair estimates or an independent appraisal.

  4. 4

    Present your case

    Submit evidence or attend a hearing with the County Property Appraiser.

  5. 5

    Get your decision

    If you win, your assessed value and bill go down. On a $1,348 bill, 10–15% off is $135–$202 a year.

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Property tax exemptions in Florida

Florida homeowners may qualify for exemptions that reduce taxable value. Check with the Jefferson County Property Appraiser for amounts.

Homestead exemption

For your primary residence. Reduces the value used to calculate your bill.

Senior / over-65

Many states add an exemption or freeze for owners 65 and older.

Disability

For homeowners with qualifying disabilities, often similar to the over-65 benefit.

Veterans

Disabled veterans may get partial or full exemptions depending on rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Jefferson County, Florida?
The median effective property tax rate in Jefferson County is 0.68%: a median annual bill of $1,348 on a median home value of $198,800. That's the 46th-highest rate of 67 Florida counties with Census data. Your own rate depends on which city, school district and special districts you're in. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023).
How much are property taxes in Jefferson County?
The median Jefferson County property tax bill is $1,348 a year, about $112 a month, compared with a Florida county median of $1,709.
What is the deadline to appeal property taxes in Jefferson County?
The deadline to appeal in Jefferson County is 25 days after TRIM notice. Missing it means waiting until the next assessment cycle.
Is Jefferson County a high property tax area?
Jefferson County's 0.68% effective rate is below the Florida county median of 0.74% and below the U.S. county median of 0.84%. That's the 46th-highest rate of 67 Florida counties with Census data.
Can TaxDrop help lower my Jefferson County property taxes?
TaxDrop analyzes your property against local comparable sales and helps you appeal your assessment. See www.taxdrop.com/property-tax-appeal-pricing for current pricing.

Property taxes in nearby counties

Leon County

Rate: 0.82%

Median bill: $2,305

Madison County

Rate: 0.88%

Median bill: $928

Wakulla County

Rate: 0.65%

Median bill: $1,408

Taylor County

Rate: 0.72%

Median bill: $724

Gadsden County

Rate: 0.55%

Median bill: $854

Lafayette County

Rate: 0.65%

Median bill: $850

Suwannee County

Rate: 0.73%

Median bill: $1,169

Liberty County

Rate: 0.88%

Median bill: $1,031

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