Washington County Utilities & Taxes

Telephone Service
Washington County receives telephone service from AT&T. New connections can be arranged by calling 780-2344 or business service 780-2800. Outside of Florida: Home service 1-800-753-2909; Business service 1-800-753-0115.

Water, Sewer and Natural Gas
Within the City of Chipley water, sewer and gas service may be arranged through City Hall at 638-6350. Within the County, you will need a septic tank and well water.

Garbage and Trash
Within the City of Chipley trash collection is contracted with Waste Management by the City. Contact City Hall at 638-6350 to arrange pick up. Within the county pick-up is contracted with Waste Management. Residents and businesses can call 800-284-2551 or visit www.wm.com to set up service.

Electrical Services
Service is provided for city and county residents by three companies:

• Gulf Power Company - 800-225-5797
• West FL Electric Coop - 850-263-3231
• Gulf Coast Electric Coop - 850-265-3631

Rescue Services
Washington County utilizes a 911 emergency system. Simply dialing 911 places caller in touch with fire, rescue and police assistance.

Homestead Exemption
Florida homeowners are entitled to an ad valorem tax exemption of $25,000 of the assessed valuation if they owned and occupied the home as of December 31st of the prior year. To apply, the owner must present a copy of the recorded deed and three proofs of residence at the Property Appraiser's Office in the County Courthouse in Chipley. For more information, call 638-6205.

Property Taxes
Property taxes fall under the Homestead Exemption provision. For home valuations over $25,000, ad valorem property taxes will be levied at a rate of 17.6710. The sales tax rate for the State of Florida is 6%. There are local option sales taxes of 1% and gasoline tax of $0.0600/gallon for road and bridge maintenance.

Ad Valorem Rates

 

Personal Income Tax
The State of Florida does not impose a personal income tax.