Sutton County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 828.
The median annual property tax in Sutton County is $1,938, which is 12% lower than the Texas state average and 1% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $140,600. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,938
-12% vs State
+1% vs US
Median Home Value
$140,600
-18% vs State
-34% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
+8% vs State
+45% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,390
$283/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,320
$110/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 | $1,938 +2.4% | 1.38% |
| 2022 | $1,892 -3.9% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $1,969 +12.6% | 1.52% |
| 2020 | $1,748 +14.5% | 1.73% |
| 2019 | $1,527 | 1.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$75,000
per year
Monthly Tax
$162
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Leon County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.75%
Milam County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 1.06%
Bee County
Tax: $1,461/yr Rate: 1.42%
Ward County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.60%
Motley County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 1.10%
Austin County
Tax: $3,464/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Sutton County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Sutton County is $1,938 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.38% on a median home value of $140,600.
How does Sutton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Sutton County are 1% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.38% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Sutton County? ▼
In Sutton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,390 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,320. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Sutton County? ▼
Property taxes in Sutton County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $75,000. 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.