Escambia County, FL Property Tax: $1,406/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Escambia County is 0.60% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $234,200, that works out to about $1,405 per year, or $117 per month. Escambia County is located in northwestern Florida, and is home to approximately 323,275 residents.
About Escambia County
Escambia County covers approximately 657.0 square miles in Florida. The county is home to about 323,275 residents living in roughly 147,678 housing units, of which 55.6% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $65,715, and the median home was built in 1983.
Escambia County borders Baldwin County, Escambia County, Santa Rosa County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Florida
Property taxes in Florida are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Florida offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Escambia County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Escambia County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escambia County, FL | 0.60% | $234,200 | $1,405 |
| Florida state average | 0.73% | — | $1,710* |
| Baldwin County | 0.31% | $287,000 | $881 |
| Escambia County | 0.40% | $122,700 | $485 |
| Santa Rosa County | 0.60% | $302,100 | $1,809 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Escambia County's median home value of $234,200. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Escambia County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Florida?
At 0.60%, Escambia County is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $234,200, that means about $1,405 per year — versus $1,710 at the state average rate, a difference of $305 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Escambia County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Escambia County?
For a home at the county median value of $234,200, the annual property tax in Escambia County is approximately $1,405 — or about $117 per month. For a home worth $351,300, expect around $2,108 per year. For a $468,400 home, approximately $2,810 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Escambia County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Escambia County are handled by the Escambia County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Escambia County?
Florida counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 0.60% shown here. Contact the Escambia County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File