Fort Bend County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 217,921.
The median annual property tax in Fort Bend County is $6,965, which is 218% higher than the Texas state average and 262% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.99% on a median home value of $350,300. Property taxes represent 6.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,965
+218% vs State
+262% vs US
Median Home Value
$350,300
+104% vs State
+66% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.99%
+55% vs State
+109% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,553
$629/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,934
$495/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 | $6,965 +2.6% | 1.99% |
| 2022 | $6,787 +6.0% | 2.06% |
| 2021 | $6,405 +3.8% | 2.23% |
| 2020 | $6,168 +4.5% | 2.22% |
| 2019 | $5,901 | 2.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$113,409
per year
Monthly Tax
$580
per month
Other Counties in Texas
La Salle County
Tax: $1,577/yr Rate: 1.56%
Burnet County
Tax: $3,495/yr Rate: 1.13%
Erath County
Tax: $2,836/yr Rate: 1.13%
Tarrant County
Tax: $5,211/yr Rate: 1.77%
Brown County
Tax: $1,727/yr Rate: 1.15%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Fort Bend County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Fort Bend County is $6,965 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.99% on a median home value of $350,300.
How does Fort Bend County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Fort Bend County are 262% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.99% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Fort Bend County? ▼
In Fort Bend County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,553 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,934. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Fort Bend County? ▼
Property taxes in Fort Bend County represent approximately 6.1% of the median household income of $113,409. 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.