Property tax in Texas: rates, averages, and deductions
State averages from Census ACS, deduction data from IRS SOI, and county rankings below.
Avg property tax
$2,075
annual, median
Avg home value
$158,253
Avg mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
% claiming mortgage deduction
Pending
IRS SOI
Highest property tax counties
- 1.Collin County$7,202
- 2.Travis County$7,160
- 3.Williamson County$6,790
- 4.Fort Bend County$6,787
- 5.Denton County$6,694
- 6.Rockwall County$6,327
- 7.Hays County$6,198
- 8.Kendall County$5,489
- 9.Montgomery County$5,055
- 10.Tarrant County$4,911
Lowest property tax counties
- 1.Ward County$562
- 2.San Augustine County$629
- 3.La Salle County$762
- 4.Marion County$777
- 5.Brooks County$780
- 6.Duval County$839
- 7.Zapata County$858
- 8.Lamb County$863
- 9.Haskell County$865
- 10.Dimmit County$869
Frequently asked questions
What is the average property tax in Texas?
Census ACS median property tax in Texas is around $2,075 per year. Effective rate varies by county.
Can I deduct property taxes on my federal return?
The SALT deduction (state and local taxes, including property tax) is capped under current federal law. IRS SOI shows the average Texas filer who claimed the property tax deduction took not yet imported.
Can I appeal my property tax assessment?
Yes in every state, though the process varies. Start with your county assessor's website for timelines and grounds for appeal. A successful appeal reduces your assessed value and the tax bill that flows from it.
Data sources
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