El Paso County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 188,705.
The median annual property tax in El Paso County is $3,490, which is 59% higher than the Texas state average and 81% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.09% on a median home value of $167,300. Property taxes represent 5.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,490
+59% vs State
+81% vs US
Median Home Value
$167,300
-3% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.09%
+63% vs State
+120% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,290
$358/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,662
$222/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 | $3,490 +6.3% | 2.09% |
| 2022 | $3,282 +8.2% | 2.14% |
| 2021 | $3,032 +5.4% | 2.31% |
| 2020 | $2,878 +4.5% | 2.28% |
| 2019 | $2,753 | 2.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,859
per year
Monthly Tax
$291
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bosque County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 1.01%
Morris County
Tax: $1,298/yr Rate: 1.18%
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Coleman County
Tax: $1,248/yr Rate: 1.37%
Kerr County
Tax: $3,115/yr Rate: 1.09%
Bee County
Tax: $1,461/yr Rate: 1.42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in El Paso County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in El Paso County is $3,490 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.09% on a median home value of $167,300.
How does El Paso County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in El Paso County are 81% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in El Paso County? ▼
In El Paso County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,290 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,662. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in El Paso County? ▼
Property taxes in El Paso County represent approximately 5.9% of the median household income of $58,859. 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.