Lampasas County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,544.
The median annual property tax in Lampasas County is $2,993, which is 36% higher than the Texas state average and 56% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $236,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,993
+36% vs State
+56% vs US
Median Home Value
$236,000
+37% vs State
+12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.27%
-1% vs State
+34% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,288
$274/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,683
$224/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 | $2,993 +6.9% | 1.27% |
| 2022 | $2,801 +4.1% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $2,690 +10.7% | 1.54% |
| 2020 | $2,429 +3.5% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $2,346 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$76,919
per year
Monthly Tax
$249
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Callahan County
Tax: $1,587/yr Rate: 1.10%
Culberson County
Tax: $726/yr Rate: 0.86%
Bowie County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.30%
Taylor County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.40%
Webb County
Tax: $3,312/yr Rate: 1.85%
Cameron County
Tax: $1,946/yr Rate: 1.62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lampasas County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lampasas County is $2,993 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.27% on a median home value of $236,000.
How does Lampasas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lampasas County are 56% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.27% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lampasas County? ▼
In Lampasas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,288 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,683. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lampasas County? ▼
Property taxes in Lampasas County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $76,919. 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.