Wichita County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 30,093.
The median annual property tax in Wichita County is $2,501, which is 14% higher than the Texas state average and 30% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $141,600. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,501
+14% vs State
+30% vs US
Median Home Value
$141,600
-18% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.77%
+38% vs State
+86% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,979
$248/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,946
$162/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 | $2,501 +6.1% | 1.77% |
| 2022 | $2,358 +11.6% | 1.83% |
| 2021 | $2,112 +3.5% | 1.93% |
| 2020 | $2,041 +5.7% | 1.98% |
| 2019 | $1,931 | 1.93% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,168
per year
Monthly Tax
$208
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Harrison County
Tax: $1,811/yr Rate: 1.02%
Ellis County
Tax: $4,472/yr Rate: 1.46%
Cameron County
Tax: $1,946/yr Rate: 1.62%
Parmer County
Tax: $1,994/yr Rate: 1.57%
Limestone County
Tax: $1,833/yr Rate: 1.19%
Cass County
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wichita County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wichita County is $2,501 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.77% on a median home value of $141,600.
How does Wichita County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wichita County are 30% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.77% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wichita County? ▼
In Wichita County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,979 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,946. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wichita County? ▼
Property taxes in Wichita County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $62,168. 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.