Van Zandt County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 18,238.
The median annual property tax in Van Zandt County is $2,204, which is 1% higher than the Texas state average and 15% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $199,500. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,204
+1% vs State
+15% vs US
Median Home Value
$199,500
+16% vs State
-6% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
-14% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,833
$236/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,620
$135/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 | $2,204 +3.6% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $2,127 +14.5% | 1.17% |
| 2021 | $1,857 +6.1% | 1.16% |
| 2020 | $1,751 +7.4% | 1.15% |
| 2019 | $1,630 | 1.23% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,274
per year
Monthly Tax
$184
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Hemphill County
Tax: $2,502/yr Rate: 1.16%
Denton County
Tax: $6,943/yr Rate: 1.72%
Shelby County
Tax: $1,143/yr Rate: 1.02%
Deaf Smith County
Tax: $1,590/yr Rate: 1.37%
Rains County
Tax: $2,350/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Van Zandt County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Van Zandt County is $2,204 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $199,500.
How does Van Zandt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Van Zandt County are 15% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Van Zandt County? ▼
In Van Zandt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,833 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,620. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Van Zandt County? ▼
Property taxes in Van Zandt County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $68,274. 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.