Sumter County, FL Property Tax: $2,940/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Sumter County is 0.83% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $356,000, that works out to about $2,955 per year, or $246 per month. Sumter County is located in central Florida, with Bushnell as its county seat, and is home to approximately 137,536 residents.
About Sumter County
Sumter County covers approximately 557.1 square miles in Florida. The county is home to about 137,536 residents living in roughly 80,371 housing units, of which 73.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $73,297, and the median home was built in 2005.
The county seat is Bushnell. Sumter County borders Citrus County, Hernando County, Lake County, Marion County, Pasco 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 Sumter County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Sumter County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumter County, FL | 0.83% | $356,000 | $2,955 |
| Florida state average | 0.73% | — | $2,599* |
| Citrus County | 0.59% | $223,200 | $1,320 |
| Hernando County | 0.72% | $240,700 | $1,732 |
| Lake County | 0.79% | $287,900 | $2,284 |
| Marion County | 0.75% | $220,800 | $1,659 |
| Pasco County | 0.76% | $265,800 | $2,028 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Sumter County's median home value of $356,000. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sumter County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Florida?
At 0.83%, Sumter County is higher than the Florida state average of 0.73%. On a home at the county median of $356,000, that means about $2,955 per year — versus $2,599 at the state average rate, a difference of $356 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Sumter County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Sumter County?
For a home at the county median value of $356,000, the annual property tax in Sumter County is approximately $2,955 — or about $246 per month. For a home worth $534,000, expect around $4,432 per year. For a $712,000 home, approximately $5,910 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Sumter County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Sumter County are handled by the Sumter County Assessor's office in Bushnell. 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 Sumter 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 0.83% shown here. Contact the Sumter 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