Falls County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 4,714.
The median annual property tax in Falls County is $1,429, which is 35% lower than the Texas state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $97,300. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,429
-35% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,300
-43% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
+15% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,822
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,155
$96/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 | $1,429 +7.2% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $1,333 +17.7% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,133 -4.5% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $1,187 +15.2% | 1.54% |
| 2019 | $1,030 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,372
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Ochiltree County
Tax: $1,924/yr Rate: 1.40%
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Gaines County
Tax: $2,721/yr Rate: 1.47%
Loving County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Roberts County
Tax: $1,776/yr Rate: 1.00%
Uvalde County
Tax: $2,260/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Falls County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Falls County is $1,429 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $97,300.
How does Falls County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Falls County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Falls County? ▼
In Falls County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,822 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,155. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Falls County? ▼
Property taxes in Falls County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $55,372. 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.