Matagorda County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 10,191.
The median annual property tax in Matagorda County is $2,035, which is 7% lower than the Texas state average and 6% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $162,200. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,035
-7% vs State
+6% vs US
Median Home Value
$162,200
-6% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-2% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,761
$230/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,705
$142/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 | $2,035 -2.4% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $2,084 +12.2% | 1.34% |
| 2021 | $1,857 +14.8% | 1.37% |
| 2020 | $1,618 +9.6% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,476 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,174
per year
Monthly Tax
$170
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bosque County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 1.01%
Presidio County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.58%
Hutchinson County
Tax: $1,515/yr Rate: 1.48%
Stonewall County
Tax: $744/yr Rate: 1.36%
Cochran County
Tax: $684/yr Rate: 1.19%
Wilbarger County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Matagorda County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Matagorda County is $2,035 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $162,200.
How does Matagorda County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Matagorda County are 6% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Matagorda County? ▼
In Matagorda County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,761 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,705. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Matagorda County? ▼
Property taxes in Matagorda County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $55,174. 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.