Ellis County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 52,500.
The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $4,472, which is 104% higher than the Texas state average and 133% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $306,400. Property taxes represent 4.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,472
+104% vs State
+133% vs US
Median Home Value
$306,400
+78% vs State
+45% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.46%
+14% vs State
+54% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,264
$439/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,149
$262/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 | $4,472 +8.4% | 1.46% |
| 2022 | $4,125 +10.3% | 1.50% |
| 2021 | $3,740 +9.9% | 1.56% |
| 2020 | $3,403 +9.5% | 1.59% |
| 2019 | $3,108 | 1.62% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$95,898
per year
Monthly Tax
$373
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Midland County
Tax: $3,697/yr Rate: 1.26%
Dallas County
Tax: $4,668/yr Rate: 1.68%
Burnet County
Tax: $3,495/yr Rate: 1.13%
Bandera County
Tax: $2,347/yr Rate: 0.94%
DeWitt County
Tax: $1,437/yr Rate: 0.86%
Comanche County
Tax: $2,082/yr Rate: 1.51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Ellis County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $4,472 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.46% on a median home value of $306,400.
How does Ellis County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Ellis County are 133% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.46% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Ellis County? ▼
In Ellis County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,264 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,149. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Ellis County? ▼
Property taxes in Ellis County represent approximately 4.7% of the median household income of $95,898. 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.