Gonzales County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 5,355.
The median annual property tax in Gonzales County is $1,949, which is 11% lower than the Texas state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $158,900. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,949
-11% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$158,900
-8% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
-4% vs State
+29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,531
$211/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,551
$129/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 | $1,949 -1.4% | 1.23% |
| 2022 | $1,977 +23.2% | 1.27% |
| 2021 | $1,605 +9.6% | 1.37% |
| 2020 | $1,465 -3.1% | 1.29% |
| 2019 | $1,512 | 1.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,355
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Hill County
Tax: $2,012/yr Rate: 1.23%
Gillespie County
Tax: $4,404/yr Rate: 1.02%
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,679/yr Rate: 1.44%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,847/yr Rate: 1.05%
Castro County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 1.12%
Williamson County
Tax: $7,079/yr Rate: 1.71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gonzales County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gonzales County is $1,949 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $158,900.
How does Gonzales County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gonzales County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gonzales County? ▼
In Gonzales County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,531 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,551. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gonzales County? ▼
Property taxes in Gonzales County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $59,355. 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.