Harrison County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 19,180.
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $1,811, which is 17% lower than the Texas state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $178,200. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,811
-17% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$178,200
+4% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
-20% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,498
$208/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,168
$97/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 | $1,811 +2.4% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $1,769 +8.5% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $1,631 +9.2% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,493 +2.3% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $1,459 | 1.11% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,040
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Terrell County
Tax: $1,222/yr Rate: 0.80%
Walker County
Tax: $2,312/yr Rate: 1.11%
Bosque County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 1.01%
Foard County
Tax: $844/yr Rate: 1.18%
Concho County
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 1.51%
Dimmit County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Harrison County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Harrison County is $1,811 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $178,200.
How does Harrison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Harrison County? ▼
In Harrison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,498 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,168. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Harrison County? ▼
Property taxes in Harrison County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $66,040. 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.