Homeowners in Palm Beach, Florida paid a median $10,000+ a year in property tax on a median home worth $2,000,001, an effective rate of at least about 0.50% (Census 2020–2024).
0.86%Palm Beach County overall
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Palm Beach
At the local 0.50%+ effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $750 | $63 |
| $250,000 | $1,250 | $104 |
| $350,000 | $1,750 | $146 |
| $500,000 | $2,500 | $208 |
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Nearby and related
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- Boca Raton, FL0.84%+ effective
- Boynton Beach, FL0.82%+ effective
- Delray Beach, FL0.80%+ effective
- Wellington, FL0.99%+ effective
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Major Cities & Counties in Florida
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Jacksonville pop. 977,670
- Miami pop. 459,745
- Tampa pop. 401,618
- Orlando pop. 319,758
- St. Petersburg pop. 262,732
- Port St. Lucie pop. 232,491
- Hialeah pop. 226,165
- Cape Coral pop. 215,536
- Tallahassee pop. 201,875
- Fort Lauderdale pop. 185,604
- Miami-Dade County pop. 2,738,356
- Broward County pop. 1,977,129
- Palm Beach County pop. 1,533,806
- Hillsborough County pop. 1,522,748
- Orange County pop. 1,471,937
- Duval County pop. 1,023,153
- Pinellas County pop. 963,481
- Lee County pop. 817,666
- Polk County pop. 790,694
- Brevard County pop. 632,780
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Palm Beach, Florida?
Homeowners in Palm Beach, Florida paid a median $10,000+ a year in property tax on a median home worth $2,000,001, an effective rate of at least about 0.50% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Palm Beach?
About $1,250 a year at the 0.50% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Palm Beach higher than the rest of Florida?
Palm Beach ranks #39 lowest of 591 Florida places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.76%. Palm Beach County overall is 0.86%.