Carson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,815.
The median annual property tax in Carson County is $1,915, which is 13% lower than the Texas state average and 0% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $140,600. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,915
-13% vs State
+0% vs US
Median Home Value
$140,600
-18% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.36%
+6% vs State
+43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,343
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,506
$126/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 | $1,915 +6.0% | 1.36% |
| 2022 | $1,807 +17.8% | 1.39% |
| 2021 | $1,534 +4.1% | 1.51% |
| 2020 | $1,473 -9.1% | 1.36% |
| 2019 | $1,620 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$84,583
per year
Monthly Tax
$160
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Comanche County
Tax: $2,082/yr Rate: 1.51%
Freestone County
Tax: $1,705/yr Rate: 1.04%
Wise County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.19%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 1.57%
Lampasas County
Tax: $2,993/yr Rate: 1.27%
Red River County
Tax: $1,317/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Carson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Carson County is $1,915 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $140,600.
How does Carson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Carson County are 0% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Carson County? ▼
In Carson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,343 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,506. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Carson County? ▼
Property taxes in Carson County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $84,583. 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.