Delta County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,741.
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $1,456, which is 34% lower than the Texas state average and 24% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $149,400. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,456
-34% vs State
-24% vs US
Median Home Value
$149,400
-13% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
-24% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,052
$171/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,023
$85/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 | $1,456 +2.0% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $1,427 +2.3% | 0.87% |
| 2021 | $1,395 +13.3% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,231 -6.0% | 1.14% |
| 2019 | $1,310 | 1.49% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,855
per year
Monthly Tax
$121
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Lynn County
Tax: $2,268/yr Rate: 1.73%
Trinity County
Tax: $1,219/yr Rate: 1.11%
Mills County
Tax: $1,762/yr Rate: 0.88%
Walker County
Tax: $2,312/yr Rate: 1.11%
Bowie County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.30%
Atascosa County
Tax: $2,079/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Delta County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Delta County is $1,456 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $149,400.
How does Delta County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County are 24% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Delta County? ▼
In Delta County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,052 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,023. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Delta County? ▼
Property taxes in Delta County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $62,855. 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.