Bell County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 77,808.
The median annual property tax in Bell County is $3,409, which is 55% higher than the Texas state average and 77% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $221,100. Property taxes represent 5.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,409
+55% vs State
+77% vs US
Median Home Value
$221,100
+29% vs State
+5% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
+20% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,892
$324/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,558
$213/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 | $3,409 +7.0% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $3,186 +8.5% | 1.62% |
| 2021 | $2,937 +6.1% | 1.79% |
| 2020 | $2,767 +1.2% | 1.80% |
| 2019 | $2,733 | 1.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,051
per year
Monthly Tax
$284
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bexar County
Tax: $4,429/yr Rate: 1.81%
Jones County
Tax: $1,425/yr Rate: 1.54%
Hemphill County
Tax: $2,502/yr Rate: 1.16%
Young County
Tax: $2,006/yr Rate: 1.21%
Kent County
Tax: $988/yr Rate: 0.91%
Chambers County
Tax: $3,290/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bell County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bell County is $3,409 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $221,100.
How does Bell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bell County are 77% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bell County? ▼
In Bell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,892 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,558. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bell County? ▼
Property taxes in Bell County represent approximately 5.2% of the median household income of $66,051. 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.