Wise County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 20,289.
The median annual property tax in Wise County is $3,293, which is 50% higher than the Texas state average and 71% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $277,200. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,293
+50% vs State
+71% vs US
Median Home Value
$277,200
+61% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
-7% vs State
+25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,962
$330/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,501
$208/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 | $3,293 +7.7% | 1.19% |
| 2022 | $3,058 +10.0% | 1.23% |
| 2021 | $2,780 +8.0% | 1.41% |
| 2020 | $2,574 +4.3% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $2,468 | 1.45% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$89,897
per year
Monthly Tax
$274
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Polk County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.04%
Cameron County
Tax: $1,946/yr Rate: 1.62%
Bexar County
Tax: $4,429/yr Rate: 1.81%
Presidio County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.58%
Guadalupe County
Tax: $4,270/yr Rate: 1.49%
Somervell County
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 0.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wise County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wise County is $3,293 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $277,200.
How does Wise County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wise County are 71% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wise County? ▼
In Wise County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,962 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,501. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wise County? ▼
Property taxes in Wise County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $89,897. 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.