Schleicher County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 805.
The median annual property tax in Schleicher County is $1,621, which is 26% lower than the Texas state average and 16% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $113,400. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,621
-26% vs State
-16% vs US
Median Home Value
$113,400
-34% vs State
-46% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.43%
+12% vs State
+51% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,927
$161/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,216
$101/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 | $1,621 +37.0% | 1.43% |
| 2022 | $1,183 +8.6% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,089 +15.7% | 1.22% |
| 2020 | $941 -1.3% | 1.16% |
| 2019 | $953 | 1.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$90,141
per year
Monthly Tax
$135
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Concho County
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 1.51%
Scurry County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.59%
Hansford County
Tax: $2,165/yr Rate: 1.64%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.95%
Andrews County
Tax: $2,500/yr Rate: 1.33%
Upshur County
Tax: $2,099/yr Rate: 1.23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Schleicher County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Schleicher County is $1,621 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.43% on a median home value of $113,400.
How does Schleicher County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Schleicher County are 16% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Schleicher County? ▼
In Schleicher County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,927 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,216. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Schleicher County? ▼
Property taxes in Schleicher County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $90,141. 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.