Harris County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 946,389.
The median annual property tax in Harris County is $4,382, which is 100% higher than the Texas state average and 128% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.72% on a median home value of $255,000. Property taxes represent 6.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,382
+100% vs State
+128% vs US
Median Home Value
$255,000
+48% vs State
+21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.72%
+34% vs State
+81% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,134
$428/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,294
$275/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 | $4,382 +5.1% | 1.72% |
| 2022 | $4,168 +8.6% | 1.77% |
| 2021 | $3,838 +4.7% | 1.91% |
| 2020 | $3,667 +4.0% | 1.94% |
| 2019 | $3,527 | 2.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,104
per year
Monthly Tax
$365
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Andrews County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.33%
Stonewall County
Tax: $744/yr Rate: 1.36%
Collin County
Tax: $7,432/yr Rate: 1.66%
Falls County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.47%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,670/yr Rate: 1.00%
Galveston County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harris County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harris County is $4,382 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.72% on a median home value of $255,000.
How does Harris County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harris County are 128% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.72% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Harris County? ▼
In Harris County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,134 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,294. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Harris County? ▼
Property taxes in Harris County represent approximately 6.0% of the median household income of $73,104. 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.