Ector County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 40,217.
The median annual property tax in Ector County is $2,438, which is 11% higher than the Texas state average and 27% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $190,500. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,438
+11% vs State
+27% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,500
+11% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
+0% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,192
$266/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,723
$144/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 | $2,438 +9.1% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $2,234 +10.9% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $2,014 +5.4% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $1,910 +5.5% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,810 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,031
per year
Monthly Tax
$203
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Brazos County
Tax: $4,580/yr Rate: 1.64%
King County
Tax: $541/yr Rate: N/A
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Nacogdoches County
Tax: $1,464/yr Rate: 0.93%
Eastland County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 1.19%
Briscoe County
Tax: $899/yr Rate: 1.08%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ector County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ector County is $2,438 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $190,500.
How does Ector County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ector County are 27% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ector County? ▼
In Ector County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,192 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,723. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ector County? ▼
Property taxes in Ector County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $71,031. 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.