Brazoria County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 97,080.
The median annual property tax in Brazoria County is $4,831, which is 120% higher than the Texas state average and 151% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $276,800. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,831
+120% vs State
+151% vs US
Median Home Value
$276,800
+61% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
+37% vs State
+84% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,192
$516/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,865
$239/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 | $4,831 +6.6% | 1.75% |
| 2022 | $4,532 +11.8% | 1.76% |
| 2021 | $4,053 +3.2% | 1.80% |
| 2020 | $3,927 +3.4% | 1.84% |
| 2019 | $3,797 | 1.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$95,155
per year
Monthly Tax
$403
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bexar County
Tax: $4,429/yr Rate: 1.81%
Gaines County
Tax: $2,721/yr Rate: 1.47%
Comal County
Tax: $4,827/yr Rate: 1.21%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
Jasper County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.04%
Wichita County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 1.77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brazoria County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brazoria County is $4,831 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.75% on a median home value of $276,800.
How does Brazoria County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brazoria County are 151% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.75% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brazoria County? ▼
In Brazoria County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,192 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,865. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brazoria County? ▼
Property taxes in Brazoria County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $95,155. 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.