Montague County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,414.
The median annual property tax in Montague County is $1,802, which is 18% lower than the Texas state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $189,400. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,802
-18% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$189,400
+10% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
-26% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,180
$182/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,517
$126/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 | $1,802 +6.1% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $1,699 +7.7% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $1,578 +11.2% | 1.14% |
| 2020 | $1,419 -0.6% | 1.18% |
| 2019 | $1,427 | 1.24% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,818
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.96%
Burleson County
Tax: $1,816/yr Rate: 1.04%
Carson County
Tax: $1,915/yr Rate: 1.36%
Hudspeth County
Tax: $677/yr Rate: 1.18%
Harris County
Tax: $4,382/yr Rate: 1.72%
Andrews County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Montague County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Montague County is $1,802 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $189,400.
How does Montague County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Montague County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Montague County? ▼
In Montague County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,180 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,517. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Montague County? ▼
Property taxes in Montague County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $62,818. 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.