Deaf Smith County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,938.
The median annual property tax in Deaf Smith County is $1,590, which is 27% lower than the Texas state average and 17% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $116,000. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,590
-27% vs State
-17% vs US
Median Home Value
$116,000
-33% vs State
-45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
+7% vs State
+44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,765
$230/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,274
$106/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 | $1,590 +3.9% | 1.37% |
| 2022 | $1,530 +14.9% | 1.42% |
| 2021 | $1,332 -1.7% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $1,355 -18.0% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $1,653 | 1.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,114
per year
Monthly Tax
$133
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Loving County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Calhoun County
Tax: $2,095/yr Rate: 1.40%
Navarro County
Tax: $2,119/yr Rate: 1.33%
Real County
Tax: $1,213/yr Rate: N/A
Pecos County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 1.03%
Mills County
Tax: $1,762/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Deaf Smith County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Deaf Smith County is $1,590 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $116,000.
How does Deaf Smith County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Deaf Smith County are 17% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.37% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Deaf Smith County? ▼
In Deaf Smith County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,765 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Deaf Smith County? ▼
Property taxes in Deaf Smith County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $54,114. 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.