Lavaca County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,390.
The median annual property tax in Lavaca County is $2,113, which is 4% lower than the Texas state average and 10% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $220,900. Property taxes represent 3.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,113
-4% vs State
+10% vs US
Median Home Value
$220,900
+28% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.96%
-25% vs State
+1% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,791
$233/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,683
$140/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 | $2,113 +3.5% | 0.96% |
| 2022 | $2,041 +12.4% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $1,816 +12.4% | 1.03% |
| 2020 | $1,615 +8.3% | 0.94% |
| 2019 | $1,491 | 0.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,768
per year
Monthly Tax
$176
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Garza County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 1.66%
Refugio County
Tax: $1,325/yr Rate: 1.40%
Medina County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 1.31%
Irion County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 0.95%
McLennan County
Tax: $3,347/yr Rate: 1.53%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 1.57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lavaca County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lavaca County is $2,113 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.96% on a median home value of $220,900.
How does Lavaca County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lavaca County are 10% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lavaca County? ▼
In Lavaca County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,791 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,683. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lavaca County? ▼
Property taxes in Lavaca County represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $61,768. 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.