Rockwall County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 32,623.
The median annual property tax in Rockwall County is $6,341, which is 189% higher than the Texas state average and 230% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $386,000. Property taxes represent 5.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,341
+189% vs State
+230% vs US
Median Home Value
$386,000
+124% vs State
+82% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+28% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,812
$568/mo
Without Mortgage
$4,846
$404/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 | $6,341 +0.2% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $6,327 +9.8% | 1.74% |
| 2021 | $5,760 +4.7% | 1.92% |
| 2020 | $5,503 +6.0% | 1.94% |
| 2019 | $5,192 | 1.95% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$124,917
per year
Monthly Tax
$528
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Hill County
Tax: $2,012/yr Rate: 1.23%
Maverick County
Tax: $2,112/yr Rate: 1.39%
Real County
Tax: $1,213/yr Rate: N/A
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,679/yr Rate: 1.44%
Hood County
Tax: $3,240/yr Rate: 1.15%
Swisher County
Tax: $1,555/yr Rate: 1.74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rockwall County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rockwall County is $6,341 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $386,000.
How does Rockwall County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rockwall County are 230% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rockwall County? ▼
In Rockwall County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,812 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $4,846. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rockwall County? ▼
Property taxes in Rockwall County represent approximately 5.1% of the median household income of $124,917. 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.