Jones County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 4,874.
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $1,425, which is 35% lower than the Texas state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $92,700. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,425
-35% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$92,700
-46% vs State
-56% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
+20% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,685
$140/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,289
$107/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 | $1,425 +8.2% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $1,317 +2.5% | 1.49% |
| 2021 | $1,285 +3.8% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $1,238 -2.1% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,264 | 1.53% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,472
per year
Monthly Tax
$119
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Moore County
Tax: $2,066/yr Rate: 1.53%
Madison County
Tax: $1,722/yr Rate: 1.15%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,847/yr Rate: 1.05%
Garza County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 1.66%
Bailey County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 1.47%
Milam County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jones County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jones County is $1,425 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $92,700.
How does Jones County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jones County? ▼
In Jones County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,685 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,289. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jones County? ▼
Property taxes in Jones County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $63,472. 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.