Williamson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 162,175.
The median annual property tax in Williamson County is $7,079, which is 223% higher than the Texas state average and 268% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $414,600. Property taxes represent 6.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$7,079
+223% vs State
+268% vs US
Median Home Value
$414,600
+141% vs State
+96% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.71%
+34% vs State
+80% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$7,477
$623/mo
Without Mortgage
$6,101
$508/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 | $7,079 +4.3% | 1.71% |
| 2022 | $6,790 +8.2% | 1.83% |
| 2021 | $6,277 +7.9% | 2.04% |
| 2020 | $5,820 +7.8% | 2.06% |
| 2019 | $5,399 | 2.06% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$108,309
per year
Monthly Tax
$590
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Live Oak County
Tax: $1,255/yr Rate: 0.88%
Llano County
Tax: $2,587/yr Rate: 0.80%
Aransas County
Tax: $2,401/yr Rate: 1.01%
Hill County
Tax: $2,012/yr Rate: 1.23%
Panola County
Tax: $1,313/yr Rate: 0.90%
Bowie County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Williamson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Williamson County is $7,079 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.71% on a median home value of $414,600.
How does Williamson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Williamson County are 268% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.71% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Williamson County? ▼
In Williamson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,477 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $6,101. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Williamson County? ▼
Property taxes in Williamson County represent approximately 6.5% of the median household income of $108,309. 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.