Lynn County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,584.
The median annual property tax in Lynn County is $2,268, which is 3% higher than the Texas state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $130,800. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,268
+3% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$130,800
-24% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.73%
+35% vs State
+82% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,191
$266/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,007
$167/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 | $2,268 +14.4% | 1.73% |
| 2022 | $1,982 +14.6% | 1.70% |
| 2021 | $1,729 +12.4% | 1.83% |
| 2020 | $1,538 +11.0% | 1.71% |
| 2019 | $1,386 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,411
per year
Monthly Tax
$189
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Reeves County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 1.18%
Hardeman County
Tax: $905/yr Rate: 1.18%
Van Zandt County
Tax: $2,204/yr Rate: 1.10%
Burleson County
Tax: $1,816/yr Rate: 1.04%
Archer County
Tax: $2,317/yr Rate: 1.32%
Gregg County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lynn County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lynn County is $2,268 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $130,800.
How does Lynn County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lynn County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lynn County? ▼
In Lynn County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,191 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,007. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lynn County? ▼
Property taxes in Lynn County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $57,411. 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.