Upshur County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 12,185.
The median annual property tax in Upshur County is $2,099, which is 4% lower than the Texas state average and 9% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $171,200. Property taxes represent 3.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,099
-4% vs State
+9% vs US
Median Home Value
$171,200
+0% vs State
-19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.23%
-4% vs State
+29% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,710
$226/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,439
$120/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 | $2,099 +4.0% | 1.23% |
| 2022 | $2,018 +9.4% | 1.21% |
| 2021 | $1,844 +0.3% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,838 +10.9% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $1,657 | 1.17% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,794
per year
Monthly Tax
$175
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Fort Bend County
Tax: $6,965/yr Rate: 1.99%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Deaf Smith County
Tax: $1,590/yr Rate: 1.37%
Leon County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.75%
McCulloch County
Tax: $1,435/yr Rate: 1.37%
Tom Green County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Upshur County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Upshur County is $2,099 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.23% on a median home value of $171,200.
How does Upshur County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Upshur County are 9% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.23% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Upshur County? ▼
In Upshur County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,710 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,439. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Upshur County? ▼
Property taxes in Upshur County represent approximately 3.3% of the median household income of $62,794. 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.