How Dade County property tax splits between assessor and collector

Property tax in Dade County runs through two separate offices, and mixing them up is a common source of frustration.

The assessor determines what you own and what it is worth for tax purposes. That includes real estate and personal property such as vehicles. Assessment questions and value appeals start there.

The collector takes the values and local levies, sends the bill, takes payment, and issues the paid receipt you keep. A value question belongs with the assessor. A bill, due-date, or receipt question belongs with the collector.

Both offices are tied to the county seat in Greenfield. For current value, levy, and payment details, work from Dade County offices and the State Tax Commission rather than guessing from an old bill.