Comal County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 51,991.
The median annual property tax in Comal County is $4,827, which is 120% higher than the Texas state average and 151% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $398,800. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,827
+120% vs State
+151% vs US
Median Home Value
$398,800
+132% vs State
+88% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.21%
-5% vs State
+27% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,622
$469/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,801
$317/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 | $4,827 +4.8% | 1.21% |
| 2022 | $4,606 +12.7% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $4,087 +5.6% | 1.31% |
| 2020 | $3,872 +4.4% | 1.32% |
| 2019 | $3,709 | 1.31% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$99,015
per year
Monthly Tax
$402
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Johnson County
Tax: $3,259/yr Rate: 1.28%
Chambers County
Tax: $3,290/yr Rate: 1.13%
Harris County
Tax: $4,382/yr Rate: 1.72%
Reeves County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 1.18%
Denton County
Tax: $6,943/yr Rate: 1.72%
Jim Wells County
Tax: $1,311/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Comal County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Comal County is $4,827 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.21% on a median home value of $398,800.
How does Comal County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Comal County are 151% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.21% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Comal County? ▼
In Comal County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,622 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,801. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Comal County? ▼
Property taxes in Comal County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $99,015. 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.