Sabine County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,823.
The median annual property tax in Sabine County is $1,315, which is 40% lower than the Texas state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $131,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,315
-40% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$131,900
-23% vs State
-38% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
-22% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,022
$169/mo
Without Mortgage
$971
$81/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 | $1,315 +7.4% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,224 +23.6% | 0.91% |
| 2021 | $990 +0.7% | 0.87% |
| 2020 | $983 +3.7% | 0.98% |
| 2019 | $948 | 0.82% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,924
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Fisher County
Tax: $1,323/yr Rate: 1.70%
Jim Wells County
Tax: $1,311/yr Rate: 1.25%
Falls County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 1.47%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.21%
Matagorda County
Tax: $2,035/yr Rate: 1.25%
Palo Pinto County
Tax: $2,147/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sabine County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sabine County is $1,315 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $131,900.
How does Sabine County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sabine County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sabine County? ▼
In Sabine County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,022 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $971. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sabine County? ▼
Property taxes in Sabine County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $59,924. 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.