Hernando County, FL Property Tax: $1,732/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Hernando County is 0.72% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $240,700, that works out to about $1,733 per year, or $144 per month. Hernando County is located in central Florida, with Brooksville as its county seat, and is home to approximately 201,512 residents.
About Hernando County
Hernando County covers approximately 473.0 square miles in Florida. The county is home to about 201,512 residents living in roughly 90,991 housing units, of which 72.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $63,193, and the median home was built in 1990.
The county seat is Brooksville. Hernando County borders Citrus County, Pasco County, Sumter 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 Hernando County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Hernando County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hernando County, FL | 0.72% | $240,700 | $1,733 |
| Florida state average | 0.73% | — | $1,757* |
| Citrus County | 0.59% | $223,200 | $1,320 |
| Pasco County | 0.76% | $265,800 | $2,028 |
| Sumter County | 0.83% | $356,000 | $2,940 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Hernando County's median home value of $240,700. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Hernando County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Florida?
At 0.72%, Hernando County is lower than the Florida state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $240,700, that means about $1,733 per year — versus $1,757 at the state average rate, a difference of $24 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Hernando County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Hernando County?
For a home at the county median value of $240,700, the annual property tax in Hernando County is approximately $1,733 — or about $144 per month. For a home worth $361,050, expect around $2,600 per year. For a $481,400 home, approximately $3,466 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Hernando County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Hernando County are handled by the Hernando County Assessor's office in Brooksville. 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 Hernando 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 0.72% shown here. Contact the Hernando 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