Shelby County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,882.
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,143, which is 48% lower than the Texas state average and 41% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $111,700. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,143
-48% vs State
-41% vs US
Median Home Value
$111,700
-35% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.02%
-20% vs State
+7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,822
$152/mo
Without Mortgage
$905
$75/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 | $1,143 +9.3% | 1.02% |
| 2022 | $1,046 +20.4% | 0.97% |
| 2021 | $869 -1.9% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $886 +12.4% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $788 | 1.01% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,436
per year
Monthly Tax
$95
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Upshur County
Tax: $2,099/yr Rate: 1.23%
Refugio County
Tax: $1,325/yr Rate: 1.40%
Gillespie County
Tax: $4,404/yr Rate: 1.02%
Moore County
Tax: $2,066/yr Rate: 1.53%
Runnels County
Tax: $1,518/yr Rate: 1.46%
Dickens County
Tax: $888/yr Rate: 1.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shelby County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shelby County is $1,143 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.02% on a median home value of $111,700.
How does Shelby County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County are 41% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.02% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
In Shelby County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,822 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $905. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shelby County? ▼
Property taxes in Shelby County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $50,436. 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.