Lee County, FL property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Lee County is 0.83%, above the Florida median of 0.79% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,699 a year on a home worth $326,300.
- Effective rate
- 0.83%
- Median annual bill
- $2,699
- Median home value
- $326,300
- Rank in Florida
- 12of 67
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,660 | $138 |
| $300,000 | $2,490 | $208 |
| $400,000 | $3,320 | $277 |
| $500,000 | $4,150 | $346 |
| $750,000 | $6,225 | $519 |
| $1,000,000 | $8,300 | $692 |
Lee County compared with Florida and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee County | 0.83% | $2,699 | $326,300 |
| Florida median | 0.79% | $2,555 | $325,000 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Florida statewide: Homestead exemption of up to $50,000: the first $25,000 applies to all levies including schools, and an additional exemption of up to $25,000 applies to assessed value above $50,000 for non-school levies. The Save Our Homes cap limits assessed value growth on a homestead to 3% or the CPI change, whichever is lower. Apply to the county property appraiser by March 1.
Due dates and payment
Florida statewide: bills mailed November 1; 4% discount in November declining to 0% in March; delinquent April 1. Confirm the local schedule with the Lee County tax office.
Appealing your assessment
25 days from the mailing of the TRIM notice in August. Bring recent sales of comparable homes, photos of condition issues, and any error in the record such as square footage or lot size. How to appeal, step by step.
How Florida assesses value
Just (market) value set January 1 by the county property appraiser, less exemptions.
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value. Rules: Florida Department of Revenue, Property Tax Exemptions and Save Our Homes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Lee County, FL?
The median effective property tax rate in Lee County is 0.83% of home value, above the Florida median of 0.79% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $2,699 a year on a median home value of $326,300 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Lee County?
About $3,320 per year at the county's median effective rate of 0.83%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
When are property taxes due in Lee County?
Florida statewide: bills mailed November 1; 4% discount in November declining to 0% in March; delinquent April 1. Check the Lee County tax office for the exact local dates.
How do I appeal a property tax assessment in Lee County?
25 days from the mailing of the TRIM notice in August. Appeals in Florida start with the county assessor or appraisal review board.
How does Lee County compare with the rest of Florida?
Lee County ranks 12 of 67 Florida counties by effective rate. The Florida median is 0.79% and the median bill is $2,555.