Pinellas County, Florida Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Pinellas County, Florida
Median Pinellas County effective property tax rate: 0.94%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Pinellas County home value: $316,920
Median annual Pinellas County tax bill: $2,886, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Pinellas County calculated?
Property taxes in Pinellas County are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Pinellas County or another part of Pinellas County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Pinellas County, Florida Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
How Does the Pinellas County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Pinellas County property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Pinellas County's median effective tax rate of 0.94% — drawn from real transactions across the county — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the value the appraisal district assigns to your property, typically lower than market value after exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate (actual bills divided by market value), which accounts for typical exemptions and is more accurate than applying the statutory millage rate directly.
Note: your assessed value reflects any exemptions you currently have. Rates vary across Pinellas County — scroll down to explore city-level trends and find the rate specific to your area. Pinellas County's median tax rate is lower than Florida's 1.10% state median and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
If your estimate is higher than expected, Ownwell can protest your Pinellas County assessment. Customers in the area saved an average of $774 last year.
Property Tax Rates Across Pinellas County, Florida
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Pinellas County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Pinellas County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Pinellas County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Florida or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Pinellas County's median effective rate stands at 0.94%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Pinellas County, the highest rate is found in Clearwater Beach at 1.55%, while Kenneth City has the lowest at 0.60%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Municipal Service Benefit Units (MSBUs) assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Pinellas County Tax Rate
0.94%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Florida Tax Rate
1.10%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Pinellas County, Florida
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleair | 0.47% | 0.68% | 1.01% | 1.54% | 1.74% |
| Belleair Beach | 0.46% | 0.62% | 1.10% | 1.33% | 1.41% |
| Belleair Bluffs | 0.36% | 0.56% | 0.95% | 1.49% | 1.69% |
| Clearwater | 0.29% | 0.49% | 0.92% | 1.48% | 1.69% |
| Clearwater Beach | 0.67% | 1.03% | 1.55% | 1.68% | 1.80% |
| Crystal Beach | 0.41% | 0.63% | 0.91% | 1.37% | 1.61% |
| Dunedin | 0.25% | 0.43% | 0.81% | 1.32% | 1.51% |
| Gulfport | 0.23% | 0.46% | 0.97% | 1.40% | 1.57% |
| Indian Rocks Beach | 0.42% | 0.68% | 1.22% | 1.40% | 1.52% |
| Indian Shores | 0.73% | 1.17% | 1.35% | 1.45% | 1.55% |
| Kenneth City | 0.19% | 0.36% | 0.60% | 1.22% | 1.55% |
| Largo | 0.30% | 0.49% | 0.89% | 1.45% | 1.63% |
| Madeira Beach | 0.48% | 0.81% | 1.23% | 1.39% | 1.53% |
| North Redington Beach | 0.48% | 0.78% | 1.14% | 1.27% | 1.37% |
| Oldsmar | 0.33% | 0.57% | 0.87% | 1.38% | 1.58% |
| Palm Harbor | 0.41% | 0.59% | 0.91% | 1.42% | 1.62% |
| Pinellas Park | 0.28% | 0.41% | 0.82% | 1.53% | 1.77% |
| Redington Beach | 0.38% | 0.59% | 1.09% | 1.34% | 1.54% |
| Redington Shores | 0.47% | 0.74% | 1.22% | 1.39% | 1.51% |
| Safety Harbor | 0.32% | 0.48% | 0.74% | 1.25% | 1.50% |
| Saint Petersburg | 0.26% | 0.46% | 0.96% | 1.48% | 1.73% |
| Seminole | 0.33% | 0.50% | 0.81% | 1.28% | 1.55% |
| South Pasadena | 0.39% | 0.64% | 1.22% | 1.59% | 1.69% |
| St Pete Beach | 0.43% | 0.67% | 1.24% | 1.40% | 1.50% |
| Tarpon Springs | 0.35% | 0.59% | 0.92% | 1.42% | 1.62% |
| Tierra Verde | 0.50% | 0.62% | 0.79% | 1.34% | 1.56% |
| Treasure Island | 0.43% | 0.66% | 1.19% | 1.38% | 1.51% |
| Holiday | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| St Petersburg | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
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Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinellas County, Florida
When examining property taxes in Pinellas County, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Pinellas County property appraiser estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Pinellas County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of August.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Pinellas County.
For example, the median tax bill in Pinellas County is $2,886, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range significantly across the county, from $1,479 in Kenneth City to $9,395 in Belleair Beach. Tierra Verde has the highest median home price at $1,074,538.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinellas County, Florida
Source: Ownwell
$28,900
$676,889
$1,324,877
Median Pinellas County Market Value
$316,920
Median Florida Market Value
$310,033
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pinellas County, Florida
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleair | $188,222 | $385,076 | $576,232 | $1,011,052 | $1,596,680 |
| Belleair Beach | $584,724 | $681,227 | $845,276 | $1,821,221 | $2,607,951 |
| Belleair Bluffs | $215,981 | $271,056 | $357,293 | $445,453 | $571,085 |
| Clearwater | $126,755 | $176,944 | $267,131 | $369,857 | $500,275 |
| Clearwater Beach | $356,736 | $473,417 | $647,280 | $1,101,566 | $1,689,685 |
| Crystal Beach | $331,538 | $428,116 | $593,546 | $893,210 | $1,469,124 |
| Dunedin | $150,772 | $240,279 | $373,152 | $495,077 | $674,776 |
| Gulfport | $202,914 | $246,202 | $314,281 | $418,012 | $640,324 |
| Indian Rocks Beach | $363,111 | $553,519 | $755,604 | $1,059,643 | $1,541,540 |
| Indian Shores | $446,006 | $509,842 | $636,886 | $856,826 | $1,272,692 |
| Kenneth City | $105,274 | $123,542 | $262,388 | $303,322 | $342,526 |
| Largo | $109,721 | $175,499 | $264,428 | $361,521 | $462,323 |
| Madeira Beach | $340,233 | $487,766 | $710,078 | $919,570 | $1,337,771 |
| North Redington Beach | $274,473 | $316,485 | $855,961 | $1,330,128 | $1,793,429 |
| Oldsmar | $173,625 | $216,803 | $317,583 | $489,381 | $712,294 |
| Palm Harbor | $164,234 | $232,082 | $362,174 | $500,104 | $692,316 |
| Pinellas Park | $124,557 | $196,520 | $249,811 | $306,306 | $375,430 |
| Redington Beach | $467,492 | $565,875 | $895,571 | $1,231,669 | $2,246,917 |
| Redington Shores | $441,956 | $505,238 | $645,933 | $880,501 | $1,142,665 |
| Safety Harbor | $180,725 | $280,284 | $428,005 | $585,934 | $784,818 |
| Saint Petersburg | $145,365 | $217,846 | $305,208 | $438,166 | $751,099 |
| Seminole | $139,131 | $229,806 | $312,319 | $429,028 | $582,891 |
| South Pasadena | $193,809 | $237,762 | $313,715 | $451,457 | $541,963 |
| St Pete Beach | $263,630 | $430,378 | $603,443 | $972,502 | $1,592,221 |
| Tarpon Springs | $164,127 | $235,578 | $355,118 | $489,486 | $745,846 |
| Tierra Verde | $564,006 | $757,360 | $1,074,538 | $1,649,846 | $2,668,186 |
| Treasure Island | $279,074 | $343,062 | $556,032 | $1,062,221 | $1,488,106 |
| Holiday | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| St Petersburg | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Pinellas County, Florida
Median Pinellas County Tax Bill
$2,886
Median Florida Tax Bill
$3,263
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Pinellas County, Florida
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belleair | $1,853 | $3,163 | $6,173 | $10,700 | $18,180 |
| Belleair Beach | $4,140 | $6,825 | $9,395 | $14,036 | $25,238 |
| Belleair Bluffs | $1,143 | $1,946 | $3,305 | $5,190 | $7,468 |
| Clearwater | $577 | $1,227 | $2,337 | $3,900 | $5,772 |
| Clearwater Beach | $3,899 | $6,180 | $9,229 | $14,357 | $23,226 |
| Crystal Beach | $1,888 | $3,449 | $5,570 | $9,866 | $16,108 |
| Dunedin | $667 | $1,371 | $2,736 | $4,726 | $6,821 |
| Gulfport | $584 | $1,408 | $3,085 | $4,815 | $7,417 |
| Indian Rocks Beach | $2,823 | $4,775 | $7,874 | $11,486 | $16,535 |
| Indian Shores | $4,332 | $6,376 | $8,115 | $11,464 | $15,002 |
| Kenneth City | $217 | $758 | $1,479 | $2,864 | $4,174 |
| Largo | $554 | $1,179 | $2,178 | $3,598 | $5,488 |
| Madeira Beach | $2,829 | $4,653 | $7,951 | $11,278 | $14,211 |
| North Redington Beach | $3,296 | $3,738 | $6,668 | $11,817 | $16,302 |
| Oldsmar | $772 | $1,694 | $3,018 | $4,747 | $7,263 |
| Palm Harbor | $1,085 | $2,017 | $3,158 | $4,914 | $7,315 |
| Pinellas Park | $590 | $932 | $1,962 | $3,559 | $5,059 |
| Redington Beach | $2,594 | $4,701 | $8,137 | $12,937 | $20,218 |
| Redington Shores | $3,204 | $4,896 | $7,530 | $9,721 | $12,857 |
| Safety Harbor | $819 | $1,807 | $3,293 | $5,210 | $7,407 |
| Saint Petersburg | $605 | $1,308 | $2,808 | $5,009 | $8,212 |
| Seminole | $698 | $1,360 | $2,556 | $4,209 | $6,143 |
| South Pasadena | $1,091 | $2,025 | $3,554 | $5,311 | $7,763 |
| St Pete Beach | $2,391 | $3,748 | $6,461 | $9,883 | $16,086 |
| Tarpon Springs | $770 | $1,744 | $3,227 | $5,315 | $7,981 |
| Tierra Verde | $4,087 | $5,796 | $9,146 | $16,022 | $23,977 |
| Treasure Island | $2,229 | $3,618 | $5,583 | $9,753 | $15,515 |
| Holiday | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| St Petersburg | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
Want to lower your Pinellas County property taxes?
How Can I Lower My Property Taxes in Pinellas County?
Looking to reduce your Pinellas County property taxes? Ownwell is the leading property tax appeal company serving Pinellas County. We specialize in helping property owners in the St. Petersburg area and beyond lower their tax bills by working directly with the Pinellas County Property Appraiser.
Through our tax monitoring service, we collect all necessary information to maximize your tax reductions. We navigate the complexities of the Pinellas County property tax appeal process and identify all available exemptions, so you don't have to.
Whether you are a homeowner, a real estate investor, or an asset manager, our local team at Ownwell has the expertise to assess your current property tax situation and find strategic opportunities for reducing your tax burden.
Property Tax Petitions in Florida
Property tax protests in Pinellas County begin when homeowners review their property tax assessment and decide whether the assessed value is too high. If the assessment does not reflect the home’s market value, the homeowner can file an appeal with the Property Appraiser. The process is designed to give property owners a formal way to challenge an assessment they believe is inaccurate.
What does the appeal process involve? First, the homeowner gathers evidence that supports a lower assessed value, such as comparable sales, photos, or records showing issues that affect the property’s condition. After the appeal is filed, the case is reviewed and may be discussed before the Value Adjustment Board, which listens to property tax appeals in the county. This board gives homeowners the chance to present their case and explain why the assessment should be reduced.
What are the possible outcomes? The assessment may be lowered, left unchanged, or, in some cases, adjusted in a way that does not fully match the homeowner’s expectation. If the appeal is successful, the result can reduce the property tax bill by correcting the assessed value.
How can Ownwell help? Ownwell helps homeowners navigate the appeal process from start to finish by identifying whether an assessment appears overstated, preparing the supporting evidence, and managing the filing and follow-up. That can make the process easier and less time-consuming for homeowners who want to challenge their property tax assessment with confidence.
Exemptions in Florida
What property tax exemptions are available in Pinellas County?
Pinellas County homeowners may qualify for several property tax exemptions that can lower the assessed value of a home and reduce the tax bill. The most important is the homestead exemption for a primary residence. This exemption is for homeowners who live in the property as their permanent residence, and it is the main exemption available for owner-occupied homes.
Who is eligible for a homestead exemption in Pinellas County?
To qualify, the home must be the homeowner’s primary residence. Other exemptions may also be available for seniors, veterans, disabled homeowners, widows or widowers, and certain first responders, depending on eligibility rules.
What other exemptions can homeowners apply for?
Pinellas County may offer exemptions for senior citizens, disability, widow/widower status, veterans, and first responders. Each exemption is separate, so homeowners should review them individually to see which ones apply. Some homeowners may qualify for more than one exemption if they meet the requirements.
How do homeowners apply for exemptions?
Homeowners typically apply through the county property appraiser’s office and must submit the required forms and supporting documents. Because exemption deadlines and eligibility rules can be easy to miss, Ownwell can help homeowners identify every exemption they may qualify for, prepare the application, and make sure their primary residence receives the savings it deserves.
Available Exemptions
Senior
Disabled
Home Stead
Veteran
Solar/Wind
Non-Profit
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Dates | |
|---|---|
| Property Valuation Date | January 1 |
| Appeal Deadline | September 12 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | November 1 |
| Due Date #1 | March 31 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Pinellas Property Appraiser | |
| Website | www.pcpao.gov |
Frequently Asked Property Tax Questions in Pinellas County, Florida
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