Taylor County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 32,504.
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $2,670, which is 22% higher than the Texas state average and 39% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $190,300. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,670
+22% vs State
+39% vs US
Median Home Value
$190,300
+11% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.40%
+9% vs State
+47% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,428
$286/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,668
$139/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 | $2,670 +4.4% | 1.40% |
| 2022 | $2,558 +13.4% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $2,256 +12.6% | 1.53% |
| 2020 | $2,004 +6.0% | 1.46% |
| 2019 | $1,890 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,406
per year
Monthly Tax
$223
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Comal County
Tax: $4,827/yr Rate: 1.21%
Crockett County
Tax: $466/yr Rate: 0.33%
Austin County
Tax: $3,464/yr Rate: 1.28%
Orange County
Tax: $2,036/yr Rate: 1.25%
Mason County
Tax: $2,239/yr Rate: 0.82%
McLennan County
Tax: $3,347/yr Rate: 1.53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Taylor County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $2,670 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.40% on a median home value of $190,300.
How does Taylor County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County are 39% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.40% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
In Taylor County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,428 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,668. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Taylor County? ▼
Property taxes in Taylor County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $66,406. 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.