Grayson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 35,904.
The median annual property tax in Grayson County is $2,953, which is 35% higher than the Texas state average and 54% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $228,300. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,953
+35% vs State
+54% vs US
Median Home Value
$228,300
+33% vs State
+8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+1% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,755
$313/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,191
$183/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 | $2,953 +12.8% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $2,617 +11.3% | 1.26% |
| 2021 | $2,352 +14.2% | 1.39% |
| 2020 | $2,060 +0.0% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $2,060 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$70,455
per year
Monthly Tax
$246
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Moore County
Tax: $2,066/yr Rate: 1.53%
Milam County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 1.06%
Brazoria County
Tax: $4,831/yr Rate: 1.75%
Andrews County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.33%
Castro County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 1.12%
Blanco County
Tax: $4,134/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Grayson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Grayson County is $2,953 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $228,300.
How does Grayson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Grayson County are 54% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Grayson County? ▼
In Grayson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,755 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,191. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Grayson County? ▼
Property taxes in Grayson County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $70,455. 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.