Bowie County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 21,818.
The median annual property tax in Bowie County is $2,091, which is 5% lower than the Texas state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $161,300. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,091
-5% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,300
-6% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.30%
+2% vs State
+37% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,655
$221/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,518
$127/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 | $2,091 +3.6% | 1.30% |
| 2022 | $2,019 +6.6% | 1.34% |
| 2021 | $1,894 +1.0% | 1.43% |
| 2020 | $1,875 +2.7% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,826 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,295
per year
Monthly Tax
$174
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Ellis County
Tax: $4,472/yr Rate: 1.46%
Williamson County
Tax: $7,079/yr Rate: 1.71%
Bosque County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 1.01%
Jim Wells County
Tax: $1,311/yr Rate: 1.25%
Crane County
Tax: $1,568/yr Rate: 1.31%
Grayson County
Tax: $2,953/yr Rate: 1.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bowie County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bowie County is $2,091 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.30% on a median home value of $161,300.
How does Bowie County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bowie County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.30% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bowie County? ▼
In Bowie County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,655 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,518. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bowie County? ▼
Property taxes in Bowie County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $59,295. 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.