Bastrop County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 26,625.
The median annual property tax in Bastrop County is $4,077, which is 86% higher than the Texas state average and 112% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.51% on a median home value of $269,500. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,077
+86% vs State
+112% vs US
Median Home Value
$269,500
+57% vs State
+27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.51%
+18% vs State
+59% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,701
$392/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,119
$260/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,077 +6.8% | 1.51% |
| 2022 | $3,816 +11.1% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $3,436 +7.3% | 1.64% |
| 2020 | $3,201 +11.0% | 1.61% |
| 2019 | $2,883 | 1.68% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,730
per year
Monthly Tax
$340
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Clay County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 1.36%
Chambers County
Tax: $3,290/yr Rate: 1.13%
Hockley County
Tax: $1,668/yr Rate: 1.48%
Ector County
Tax: $2,438/yr Rate: 1.28%
Uvalde County
Tax: $2,260/yr Rate: 1.57%
Ward County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bastrop County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bastrop County is $4,077 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.51% on a median home value of $269,500.
How does Bastrop County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bastrop County are 112% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.51% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bastrop County? ▼
In Bastrop County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,701 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,119. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bastrop County? ▼
Property taxes in Bastrop County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $82,730. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.