Property Tax in Lafayette County
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Lafayette's tax rate trails the nation
At 0.646%, Lafayette County's effective property tax rate sits well below the national median of 0.71%, placing it in the bottom third nationally. The median tax bill here is just $850 annually—roughly 32% less than the national median of $2,690—making it one of Florida's most affordable counties for property owners.
Among Florida's least-taxed counties
Lafayette ranks as one of the lowest-tax counties in Florida, with an effective rate of 0.646% compared to the state average of 0.731%. Its median tax of $850 is less than half the state median of $1,885, giving it a significant cost-of-living advantage.
Lowest taxes in the north-central region
Lafayette's 0.646% rate outpaces nearby Levy County (0.648%) and trails only Liberty and Madison counties in the north-central area. The county's $850 median tax is substantially lower than Lake County's $2,284 and Lee County's $2,699, making it a tax haven for rural property owners.
What you'll pay on a typical home
A homeowner with a median-valued property of $131,600 pays roughly $850 annually in property taxes at Lafayette's current rate. This low burden—just $71 per month—reflects both the county's modest home values and below-average tax rate.
Check if your assessment is fair
Even in low-tax counties, property assessments can be inaccurate; many homeowners are overassessed and eligible for appeals. If you believe your home's assessed value doesn't match the market, Lafayette County allows formal challenges that could reduce your annual tax bill.