Property Tax in Sarasota County
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Sarasota taxes above national average
Sarasota County's 0.757% effective tax rate exceeds the national median of 0.71%, placing it firmly in the higher-tax tier nationally. The median property tax of $2,826 surpasses the national median of $2,690 by 5%, reflecting both elevated home values ($373,100) and a robust tax rate.
Pricier than Florida's state average
Sarasota's 0.757% effective rate runs above Florida's state average of 0.731%, making it one of the more expensive counties to own property statewide. The median annual tax of $2,826 exceeds the state median of $1,885 by 50%.
Higher than most Gulf Coast peers
Sarasota's 0.757% rate surpasses Santa Rosa (0.599%) and ranks above average for the region, reflecting the county's upscale market demographics. The combination of high home values and steady millage creates a substantial tax burden.
Approximately $2,826 yearly on median home
On Sarasota's median home value of $373,100, homeowners pay roughly $2,826 per year in property taxes. With a mortgage, the annual bill remains around $2,839.
Assessment appeals yield real savings
In Sarasota's high-value market, even modest percentage reductions in assessed value generate substantial annual tax savings. Review your property appraiser's assessment and consider filing an appeal—it's free and straightforward.