Bexar County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 437,637.
The median annual property tax in Bexar County is $4,429, which is 102% higher than the Texas state average and 130% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $244,100. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,429
+102% vs State
+130% vs US
Median Home Value
$244,100
+42% vs State
+15% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.81%
+41% vs State
+91% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,213
$434/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,968
$247/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 | $4,429 +6.2% | 1.81% |
| 2022 | $4,171 +12.2% | 1.88% |
| 2021 | $3,719 +9.4% | 1.99% |
| 2020 | $3,399 +6.6% | 1.99% |
| 2019 | $3,190 | 1.97% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,571
per year
Monthly Tax
$369
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Leon County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.75%
Tyler County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 1.03%
Wichita County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 1.77%
Scurry County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.59%
Somervell County
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 0.97%
Rockwall County
Tax: $6,341/yr Rate: 1.64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bexar County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bexar County is $4,429 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.81% on a median home value of $244,100.
How does Bexar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bexar County are 130% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.81% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bexar County? ▼
In Bexar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,213 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,968. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bexar County? ▼
Property taxes in Bexar County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $70,571. 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.