Palm Beach County, FL Property Tax: $3,600/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Palm Beach County is 0.88% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $407,300, that works out to about $3,584 per year, or $299 per month. Palm Beach County is located in southeastern Florida, with West Palm Beach as its county seat, and is home to approximately 1,507,453 residents.
About Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County covers approximately 1,964.3 square miles in Florida. The county is home to about 1,507,453 residents living in roughly 713,855 housing units, of which 58.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $81,115, and the median home was built in 1986.
The county seat is West Palm Beach. Palm Beach County borders Broward County, Glades County, Hendry County, Martin County, Okeechobee 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 Palm Beach County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Palm Beach County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach County, FL | 0.88% | $407,300 | $3,584 |
| Florida state average | 0.73% | — | $2,973* |
| Broward County | 0.95% | $380,400 | $3,610 |
| Glades County | 1.01% | $114,800 | $1,163 |
| Hendry County | 0.80% | $189,700 | $1,519 |
| Martin County | 0.81% | $386,500 | $3,120 |
| Okeechobee County | 0.75% | $179,000 | $1,349 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Palm Beach County's median home value of $407,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Palm Beach County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Florida?
At 0.88%, Palm Beach County is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $407,300, that means about $3,584 per year — versus $2,973 at the state average rate, a difference of $611 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Palm Beach County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Palm Beach County?
For a home at the county median value of $407,300, the annual property tax in Palm Beach County is approximately $3,584 — or about $299 per month. For a home worth $610,950, expect around $5,376 per year. For a $814,600 home, approximately $7,168 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Palm Beach County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Palm Beach County are handled by the Palm Beach County Assessor's office in West Palm Beach. 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 Palm Beach 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 0.88% shown here. Contact the Palm Beach 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