Freestone County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 5,138.
The median annual property tax in Freestone County is $1,705, which is 22% lower than the Texas state average and 11% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $164,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,705
-22% vs State
-11% vs US
Median Home Value
$164,400
-4% vs State
-22% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
-19% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,274
$190/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,440
$120/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 | $1,705 +12.4% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,517 +2.9% | 0.98% |
| 2021 | $1,474 +7.3% | 1.08% |
| 2020 | $1,374 +5.1% | 1.18% |
| 2019 | $1,307 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,460
per year
Monthly Tax
$142
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Terrell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.80%
Sabine County
Tax: $1,315/yr Rate: 1.00%
Baylor County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.25%
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
San Jacinto County
Tax: $2,086/yr Rate: 1.14%
Wise County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Freestone County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Freestone County is $1,705 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $164,400.
How does Freestone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Freestone County are 11% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Freestone County? ▼
In Freestone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,274 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,440. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Freestone County? ▼
Property taxes in Freestone County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $58,460. 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.