Galveston County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 93,591.
The median annual property tax in Galveston County is $4,238, which is 93% higher than the Texas state average and 120% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $284,900. Property taxes represent 5.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,238
+93% vs State
+120% vs US
Median Home Value
$284,900
+66% vs State
+35% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.49%
+16% vs State
+57% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,019
$418/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,213
$268/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 | $4,238 +6.2% | 1.49% |
| 2022 | $3,992 +7.4% | 1.53% |
| 2021 | $3,718 +5.8% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $3,515 +1.9% | 1.65% |
| 2019 | $3,449 | 1.73% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,348
per year
Monthly Tax
$353
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Jackson County
Tax: $1,847/yr Rate: 1.05%
Donley County
Tax: $1,019/yr Rate: 1.13%
Nacogdoches County
Tax: $1,464/yr Rate: 0.93%
Hidalgo County
Tax: $2,187/yr Rate: 1.76%
Crane County
Tax: $1,568/yr Rate: 1.31%
Washington County
Tax: $3,105/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Galveston County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Galveston County is $4,238 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.49% on a median home value of $284,900.
How does Galveston County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Galveston County are 120% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.49% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Galveston County? ▼
In Galveston County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,019 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,213. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Galveston County? ▼
Property taxes in Galveston County represent approximately 5.0% of the median household income of $85,348. 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.