Gregg County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 28,155.
The median annual property tax in Gregg County is $2,271, which is 4% higher than the Texas state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $185,800. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,271
+4% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$185,800
+8% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-5% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,672
$223/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,759
$147/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 | $2,271 +4.6% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $2,171 +7.2% | 1.26% |
| 2021 | $2,025 -0.5% | 1.34% |
| 2020 | $2,035 +4.8% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,942 | 1.42% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,809
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Potter County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.50%
Brewster County
Tax: $2,644/yr Rate: 1.22%
Orange County
Tax: $2,036/yr Rate: 1.25%
Edwards County
Tax: $823/yr Rate: 1.05%
Hartley County
Tax: $2,604/yr Rate: 1.22%
San Patricio County
Tax: $2,754/yr Rate: 1.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Gregg County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Gregg County is $2,271 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $185,800.
How does Gregg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Gregg County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Gregg County? ▼
In Gregg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,672 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,759. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Gregg County? ▼
Property taxes in Gregg County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $64,809. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.