Chambers County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 13,651.
The median annual property tax in Chambers County is $3,290, which is 50% higher than the Texas state average and 71% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $289,900. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,290
+50% vs State
+71% vs US
Median Home Value
$289,900
+69% vs State
+37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-12% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,970
$331/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,898
$158/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 | $3,290 +8.6% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $3,030 -1.0% | 1.09% |
| 2021 | $3,060 +6.8% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $2,865 +2.4% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $2,798 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$108,114
per year
Monthly Tax
$274
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,679/yr Rate: 1.44%
Montague County
Tax: $1,802/yr Rate: 0.95%
Kerr County
Tax: $3,115/yr Rate: 1.09%
La Salle County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 1.56%
Hardin County
Tax: $2,174/yr Rate: 1.16%
Potter County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Chambers County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Chambers County is $3,290 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $289,900.
How does Chambers County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Chambers County are 71% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Chambers County? ▼
In Chambers County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,970 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,898. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Chambers County? ▼
Property taxes in Chambers County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $108,114. 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.