Sarasota County, FL Property Tax: $2,826/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Sarasota County is 0.76% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $373,100, that works out to about $2,836 per year, or $236 per month. Sarasota County is located in southern Florida, with Sarasota as its county seat, and is home to approximately 449,011 residents.
About Sarasota County
Sarasota County covers approximately 556.0 square miles in Florida. The county is home to about 449,011 residents living in roughly 260,272 housing units, of which 60.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $80,633, and the median home was built in 1987.
The county seat is Sarasota. Sarasota County borders Charlotte County, DeSoto County, Manatee 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 Sarasota County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Sarasota County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota County, FL | 0.76% | $373,100 | $2,836 |
| Florida state average | 0.73% | — | $2,724* |
| Charlotte County | 0.89% | $291,000 | $2,581 |
| DeSoto County | 0.87% | $151,500 | $1,322 |
| Manatee County | 0.79% | $359,800 | $2,853 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Sarasota County's median home value of $373,100. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sarasota County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Florida?
At 0.76%, Sarasota County is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $373,100, that means about $2,836 per year — versus $2,724 at the state average rate, a difference of $112 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Sarasota County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Sarasota County?
For a home at the county median value of $373,100, the annual property tax in Sarasota County is approximately $2,836 — or about $236 per month. For a home worth $559,650, expect around $4,253 per year. For a $746,200 home, approximately $5,671 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Sarasota County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Sarasota County are handled by the Sarasota County Assessor's office in Sarasota. 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 Sarasota 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 0.76% shown here. Contact the Sarasota 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