Childress County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,382.
The median annual property tax in Childress County is $1,694, which is 23% lower than the Texas state average and 12% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $115,100. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,694
-23% vs State
-12% vs US
Median Home Value
$115,100
-33% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
+15% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,772
$231/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,074
$90/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 | $1,694 -12.7% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $1,941 +5.0% | 1.75% |
| 2021 | $1,849 +10.4% | 1.84% |
| 2020 | $1,675 +8.9% | 1.93% |
| 2019 | $1,538 | 1.80% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$60,333
per year
Monthly Tax
$141
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bailey County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 1.47%
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,679/yr Rate: 1.44%
Van Zandt County
Tax: $2,204/yr Rate: 1.10%
Hays County
Tax: $6,420/yr Rate: 1.73%
Dickens County
Tax: $888/yr Rate: 1.37%
Val Verde County
Tax: $2,233/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Childress County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Childress County is $1,694 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $115,100.
How does Childress County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Childress County are 12% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Childress County? ▼
In Childress County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,772 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,074. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Childress County? ▼
Property taxes in Childress County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $60,333. 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.