Stephens County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,798.
The median annual property tax in Stephens County is $1,779, which is 19% lower than the Texas state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $105,700. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,779
-19% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$105,700
-39% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
+31% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,153
$179/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,633
$136/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 | $1,779 +8.2% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $1,644 +7.5% | 1.68% |
| 2021 | $1,529 +22.4% | 1.85% |
| 2020 | $1,249 +9.0% | 1.54% |
| 2019 | $1,146 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,695
per year
Monthly Tax
$148
per month
Other Counties in Texas
King County
Tax: $541/yr Rate: N/A
Castro County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 1.12%
Kerr County
Tax: $3,115/yr Rate: 1.09%
Aransas County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.01%
Bailey County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 1.47%
Deaf Smith County
Tax: $1,590/yr Rate: 1.37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Stephens County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Stephens County is $1,779 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $105,700.
How does Stephens County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Stephens County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Stephens County? ▼
In Stephens County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,153 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,633. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Stephens County? ▼
Property taxes in Stephens County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $54,695. 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.