Brewster County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,819.
The median annual property tax in Brewster County is $2,644, which is 21% higher than the Texas state average and 37% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $216,000. Property taxes represent 5.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,644
+21% vs State
+37% vs US
Median Home Value
$216,000
+26% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-5% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,818
$235/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,368
$197/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 | $2,644 +7.1% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $2,468 +0.2% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $2,464 +6.2% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $2,321 +4.9% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $2,212 | 1.46% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,612
per year
Monthly Tax
$220
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Childress County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.47%
San Augustine County
Tax: $681/yr Rate: 0.82%
Hardeman County
Tax: $905/yr Rate: 1.18%
Sherman County
Tax: $2,450/yr Rate: 1.95%
Wilbarger County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,515/yr Rate: 1.48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brewster County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brewster County is $2,644 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $216,000.
How does Brewster County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brewster County are 37% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brewster County? ▼
In Brewster County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,818 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,368. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brewster County? ▼
Property taxes in Brewster County represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $52,612. 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.