Cooke County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 11,727.
The median annual property tax in Cooke County is $2,794, which is 27% higher than the Texas state average and 45% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $224,600. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,794
+27% vs State
+45% vs US
Median Home Value
$224,600
+31% vs State
+6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.24%
-3% vs State
+31% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,250
$271/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,403
$200/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 | $2,794 +5.6% | 1.24% |
| 2022 | $2,647 +6.9% | 1.28% |
| 2021 | $2,477 +2.5% | 1.44% |
| 2020 | $2,416 +0.5% | 1.45% |
| 2019 | $2,405 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,472
per year
Monthly Tax
$233
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Starr County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 1.12%
Jasper County
Tax: $1,304/yr Rate: 1.04%
Burleson County
Tax: $1,816/yr Rate: 1.04%
Polk County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.04%
Swisher County
Tax: $1,555/yr Rate: 1.74%
McLennan County
Tax: $3,347/yr Rate: 1.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cooke County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cooke County is $2,794 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.24% on a median home value of $224,600.
How does Cooke County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cooke County are 45% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.24% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cooke County? ▼
In Cooke County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,250 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,403. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cooke County? ▼
Property taxes in Cooke County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $72,472. 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.