Santa Rosa County, FL property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in Santa Rosa County is 0.60%, below the Florida median of 0.79% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $1,809 a year on a home worth $302,100.
- Effective rate
- 0.60%
- Median annual bill
- $1,809
- Median home value
- $302,100
- Rank in Florida
- 56of 67
Median annual bill divided by median home value, Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $1,200 | $100 |
| $300,000 | $1,800 | $150 |
| $400,000 | $2,400 | $200 |
| $500,000 | $3,000 | $250 |
| $750,000 | $4,500 | $375 |
| $1,000,000 | $6,000 | $500 |
Santa Rosa County millage rates, 2025
The Department of Revenue's 2025 county-wide millage for Santa Rosa County is not shown: the county government operating millage 5.9550 does not match taxes levied divided by taxable value (5.7386), and we could not tell which figure is right. City millage rates are below.
Millage rates by city in Santa Rosa County
| City | City millage 2025 | City millage 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Jay | 5.1700 | 3.8000 |
| Milton | 4.1180 | 2.9900 |
| Gulf Breeze | 1.9723 | 1.9723 |
Property tax rates by city in Santa Rosa County
Among the 6 places listed, Milton city has the highest median effective rate at 0.67% and East Milton CDP the lowest at 0.42%, against 0.60% for the county as a whole.
| Place | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navarre CDP | 0.63% | $2,202 | $352,300 | 38,988 |
| Pace CDP | 0.60% | $1,628 | $271,400 | 25,630 |
| Midway CDP (Santa Rosa County) | 0.66% | $2,315 | $352,600 | 20,745 |
| East Milton CDP | 0.42% | $848 | $199,900 | 14,280 |
| Milton city | 0.67% | $1,305 | $195,600 | 10,485 |
| Gulf Breeze city | 0.60% | $2,918 | $484,800 | 6,519 |
Santa Rosa County compared with Florida and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Rosa County | 0.60% | $1,809 | $302,100 |
| Florida median | 0.79% | $2,555 | $325,000 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Santa Rosa County compared with neighboring counties
Santa Rosa County borders 3 counties. Ranked from lowest to highest median effective rate, it places 4 of 4, the highest in its area.
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escambia County, AL | 0.40% | $485 | $122,700 |
| Escambia County | 0.60% | $1,406 | $234,200 |
| Okaloosa County | 0.60% | $1,948 | $324,800 |
| Santa Rosa County | 0.60% | $1,809 | $302,100 |
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. 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 Santa Rosa 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. Full Florida rules, exemptions and deadlines.
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. Places: Census place by county reference file. Florida millage: Florida Department of Revenue, property tax data portal, data book 2025 and 2024. Neighbors: Census county adjacency file. Rules: Florida Department of Revenue, Property Tax Exemptions and Save Our Homes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Santa Rosa County, FL?
The median effective property tax rate in Santa Rosa County is 0.60% of home value, below the Florida median of 0.79% and below the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $1,809 a year on a median home value of $302,100 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in Santa Rosa County?
About $2,400 per year at the county's median effective rate of 0.60%, 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 Santa Rosa County?
Florida statewide: bills mailed November 1; 4% discount in November declining to 0% in March; delinquent April 1. Check the Santa Rosa County tax office for the exact local dates.
How do I appeal a property tax assessment in Santa Rosa County?
25 days from the mailing of the TRIM notice in August. Full Florida rules are on the Florida page.
How does Santa Rosa County compare with the rest of Florida?
Santa Rosa County ranks 56 of 67 Florida counties by effective rate. The Florida median is 0.79% and the median bill is $2,555.