Val Verde County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 11,168.
The median annual property tax in Val Verde County is $2,233, which is 2% higher than the Texas state average and 16% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $151,500. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,233
+2% vs State
+16% vs US
Median Home Value
$151,500
-12% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.47%
+15% vs State
+55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,362
$280/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,380
$115/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 | $2,233 +7.0% | 1.47% |
| 2022 | $2,087 +21.9% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $1,712 +6.2% | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $1,612 +11.0% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,452 | 1.40% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,673
per year
Monthly Tax
$186
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Coke County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 1.19%
Bosque County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 1.01%
Taylor County
Tax: $2,670/yr Rate: 1.40%
Wharton County
Tax: $2,749/yr Rate: 1.50%
Rockwall County
Tax: $6,341/yr Rate: 1.64%
Titus County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Val Verde County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Val Verde County is $2,233 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.47% on a median home value of $151,500.
How does Val Verde County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Val Verde County are 16% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.47% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Val Verde County? ▼
In Val Verde County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,362 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,380. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Val Verde County? ▼
Property taxes in Val Verde County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $59,673. 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.