Hidalgo County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 178,475.
The median annual property tax in Hidalgo County is $2,187, which is 0% higher than the Texas state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.76% on a median home value of $124,000. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,187
+0% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,000
-28% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.76%
+38% vs State
+85% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,243
$270/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,515
$126/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 | $2,187 +6.8% | 1.76% |
| 2022 | $2,047 +9.2% | 1.82% |
| 2021 | $1,874 +2.6% | 1.98% |
| 2020 | $1,826 +2.8% | 2.03% |
| 2019 | $1,777 | 2.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$52,281
per year
Monthly Tax
$182
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Upton County
Tax: $1,197/yr Rate: 1.13%
Howard County
Tax: $1,642/yr Rate: 1.09%
Red River County
Tax: $1,317/yr Rate: 0.98%
Bell County
Tax: $3,409/yr Rate: 1.54%
Lampasas County
Tax: $2,993/yr Rate: 1.27%
Aransas County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.01%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hidalgo County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hidalgo County is $2,187 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.76% on a median home value of $124,000.
How does Hidalgo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hidalgo County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.76% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hidalgo County? ▼
In Hidalgo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,243 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,515. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hidalgo County? ▼
Property taxes in Hidalgo County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $52,281. 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.