Midland County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 45,735.
The median annual property tax in Midland County is $3,697, which is 69% higher than the Texas state average and 92% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $293,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,697
+69% vs State
+92% vs US
Median Home Value
$293,000
+70% vs State
+38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.26%
-2% vs State
+33% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,517
$376/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,613
$218/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 | $3,697 +4.9% | 1.26% |
| 2022 | $3,525 +7.9% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $3,267 +2.6% | 1.33% |
| 2020 | $3,185 +6.5% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $2,990 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$93,984
per year
Monthly Tax
$308
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Wood County
Tax: $1,818/yr Rate: 0.93%
Sterling County
Tax: $1,535/yr Rate: 1.07%
Schleicher County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.43%
Childress County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.47%
Limestone County
Tax: $1,833/yr Rate: 1.19%
Live Oak County
Tax: $1,255/yr Rate: 0.88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Midland County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Midland County is $3,697 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.26% on a median home value of $293,000.
How does Midland County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Midland County are 92% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.26% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Midland County? ▼
In Midland County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,517 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,613. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Midland County? ▼
Property taxes in Midland County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $93,984. 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.