Madison County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,932.
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,722, which is 21% lower than the Texas state average and 10% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $149,100. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,722
-21% vs State
-10% vs US
Median Home Value
$149,100
-13% vs State
-30% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.15%
-10% vs State
+21% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,513
$209/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,450
$121/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 | $1,722 +8.8% | 1.15% |
| 2022 | $1,582 +0.6% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,572 -6.9% | 1.34% |
| 2020 | $1,688 +9.9% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $1,536 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,128
per year
Monthly Tax
$144
per month
Other Counties in Texas
McLennan County
Tax: $3,347/yr Rate: 1.53%
Coke County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 1.19%
Loving County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Lamar County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.95%
Clay County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 1.36%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Madison County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Madison County is $1,722 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.15% on a median home value of $149,100.
How does Madison County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County are 10% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.15% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Madison County? ▼
In Madison County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,513 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,450. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Madison County? ▼
Property taxes in Madison County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $67,128. 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.