Dickens County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 557.
The median annual property tax in Dickens County is $888, which is 60% lower than the Texas state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $65,000. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$888
-60% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$65,000
-62% vs State
-69% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.37%
+7% vs State
+44% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,700
$142/mo
Without Mortgage
$680
$57/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 | $888 +10.0% | 1.37% |
| 2022 | $807 +20.4% | 1.20% |
| 2021 | $670 +6.3% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $630 +6.6% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $591 | 1.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,417
per year
Monthly Tax
$74
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Midland County
Tax: $3,697/yr Rate: 1.26%
Fannin County
Tax: $2,356/yr Rate: 1.10%
Rains County
Tax: $2,350/yr Rate: 1.09%
Hale County
Tax: $1,471/yr Rate: 1.39%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
McMullen County
Tax: $2,167/yr Rate: 1.99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dickens County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dickens County is $888 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.37% on a median home value of $65,000.
How does Dickens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dickens County are 54% 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 Dickens County? ▼
In Dickens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,700 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $680. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dickens County? ▼
Property taxes in Dickens County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $50,417. 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.