Wheeler County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,451.
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $1,411, which is 36% lower than the Texas state average and 27% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $97,600. Property taxes represent 2.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,411
-36% vs State
-27% vs US
Median Home Value
$97,600
-43% vs State
-54% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.45%
+13% vs State
+53% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,602
$217/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,187
$99/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 | $1,411 -2.7% | 1.45% |
| 2022 | $1,450 +3.9% | 1.38% |
| 2021 | $1,395 +7.6% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $1,297 +2.2% | 1.55% |
| 2019 | $1,269 | 1.51% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,964
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Winkler County
Tax: $1,154/yr Rate: 0.95%
Wise County
Tax: $3,293/yr Rate: 1.19%
Jackson County
Tax: $1,847/yr Rate: 1.05%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Carson County
Tax: $1,915/yr Rate: 1.36%
Ward County
Tax: $833/yr Rate: 0.60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wheeler County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wheeler County is $1,411 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.45% on a median home value of $97,600.
How does Wheeler County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County are 27% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.45% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
In Wheeler County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,602 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,187. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wheeler County? ▼
Property taxes in Wheeler County represent approximately 2.1% of the median household income of $67,964. 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.