Gaines County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 5,407.
The median annual property tax in Gaines County is $2,721, which is 24% higher than the Texas state average and 41% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $185,300. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,721
+24% vs State
+41% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,300
+8% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
+15% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,952
$329/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,411
$201/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 | $2,721 +1.6% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $2,677 +16.2% | 1.48% |
| 2021 | $2,304 +7.0% | 1.69% |
| 2020 | $2,153 +15.3% | 1.52% |
| 2019 | $1,867 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,605
per year
Monthly Tax
$227
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Wise County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.19%
Crosby County
Tax: $1,345/yr Rate: 1.78%
Limestone County
Tax: $1,833/yr Rate: 1.19%
Refugio County
Tax: $1,325/yr Rate: 1.40%
Ochiltree County
Tax: $1,924/yr Rate: 1.40%
Terrell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gaines County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gaines County is $2,721 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $185,300.
How does Gaines County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gaines County are 41% above 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 Gaines County? ▼
In Gaines County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,952 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,411. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gaines County? ▼
Property taxes in Gaines County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $76,605. 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.