Scurry County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 4,571.
The median annual property tax in Scurry County is $1,761, which is 20% lower than the Texas state average and 8% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.59% on a median home value of $110,800. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,761
-20% vs State
-8% vs US
Median Home Value
$110,800
-36% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.59%
+24% vs State
+67% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,695
$225/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,246
$104/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 | $1,761 +3.0% | 1.59% |
| 2022 | $1,710 +17.3% | 1.56% |
| 2021 | $1,458 +6.0% | 1.54% |
| 2020 | $1,376 -7.7% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $1,490 | 1.74% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,689
per year
Monthly Tax
$147
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Swisher County
Tax: $1,555/yr Rate: 1.74%
Dawson County
Tax: $1,567/yr Rate: 1.73%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
Calhoun County
Tax: $2,095/yr Rate: 1.40%
Medina County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 1.31%
Hopkins County
Tax: $2,072/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Scurry County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Scurry County is $1,761 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.59% on a median home value of $110,800.
How does Scurry County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Scurry County are 8% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.59% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Scurry County? ▼
In Scurry County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,695 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,246. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Scurry County? ▼
Property taxes in Scurry County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $62,689. 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.