Briscoe County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 434.
The median annual property tax in Briscoe County is $899, which is 59% lower than the Texas state average and 53% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $82,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$899
-59% vs State
-53% vs US
Median Home Value
$82,900
-52% vs State
-61% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.08%
-16% vs State
+14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,500
$125/mo
Without Mortgage
$843
$70/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 | $899 +8.8% | 1.08% |
| 2022 | $826 +9.3% | 1.07% |
| 2021 | $756 +1.5% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $745 +0.4% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $742 | 1.12% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,188
per year
Monthly Tax
$75
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Jasper County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.04%
Gonzales County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.23%
Milam County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 1.06%
Washington County
Tax: $3,105/yr Rate: 1.15%
Brown County
Tax: $1,727/yr Rate: 1.15%
Bee County
Tax: $1,461/yr Rate: 1.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Briscoe County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Briscoe County is $899 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.08% on a median home value of $82,900.
How does Briscoe County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Briscoe County are 53% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.08% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Briscoe County? ▼
In Briscoe County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,500 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $843. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Briscoe County? ▼
Property taxes in Briscoe County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $41,188. 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.