Tom Green County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 30,807.
The median annual property tax in Tom Green County is $2,523, which is 15% higher than the Texas state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $186,700. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,523
+15% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$186,700
+9% vs State
-12% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.35%
+5% vs State
+42% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,237
$270/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,703
$142/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 | $2,523 +0.5% | 1.35% |
| 2022 | $2,510 +8.4% | 1.41% |
| 2021 | $2,315 +7.0% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $2,163 +3.4% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $2,092 | 1.48% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,254
per year
Monthly Tax
$210
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Anderson County
Tax: $1,688/yr Rate: 0.97%
Kenedy County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Starr County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 1.12%
Washington County
Tax: $3,105/yr Rate: 1.15%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 1.57%
San Augustine County
Tax: $681/yr Rate: 0.82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Tom Green County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Tom Green County is $2,523 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.35% on a median home value of $186,700.
How does Tom Green County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Tom Green County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.35% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Tom Green County? ▼
In Tom Green County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,237 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,703. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Tom Green County? ▼
Property taxes in Tom Green County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $66,254. 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.