Zavala County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,421.
The median annual property tax in Zavala County is $1,254, which is 43% lower than the Texas state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $88,100. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,254
-43% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,100
-49% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.42%
+11% vs State
+49% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,712
$143/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,082
$90/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 | $1,254 +13.7% | 1.42% |
| 2022 | $1,103 +20.4% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $916 -2.0% | 1.45% |
| 2020 | $935 +36.3% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $686 | 1.37% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$41,887
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Upton County
Tax: $1,197/yr Rate: 1.13%
Eastland County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 1.19%
San Jacinto County
Tax: $2,086/yr Rate: 1.14%
Limestone County
Tax: $1,833/yr Rate: 1.19%
Cooke County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.24%
Starr County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Zavala County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Zavala County is $1,254 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.42% on a median home value of $88,100.
How does Zavala County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Zavala County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.42% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Zavala County? ▼
In Zavala County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,712 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,082. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Zavala County? ▼
Property taxes in Zavala County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $41,887. 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.