Brazos County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 41,372.
The median annual property tax in Brazos County is $4,580, which is 109% higher than the Texas state average and 138% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $279,700. Property taxes represent 7.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,580
+109% vs State
+138% vs US
Median Home Value
$279,700
+63% vs State
+32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.64%
+28% vs State
+73% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,000
$417/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,840
$320/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 | $4,580 +2.6% | 1.64% |
| 2022 | $4,463 +9.6% | 1.71% |
| 2021 | $4,072 +5.9% | 1.77% |
| 2020 | $3,844 +5.3% | 1.77% |
| 2019 | $3,652 | 1.81% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,388
per year
Monthly Tax
$382
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Live Oak County
Tax: $1,255/yr Rate: 0.88%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
Wichita County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 1.77%
San Jacinto County
Tax: $2,086/yr Rate: 1.14%
Callahan County
Tax: $1,587/yr Rate: 1.10%
Walker County
Tax: $2,312/yr Rate: 1.11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Brazos County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Brazos County is $4,580 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.64% on a median home value of $279,700.
How does Brazos County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Brazos County are 138% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.64% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Brazos County? ▼
In Brazos County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,000 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,840. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Brazos County? ▼
Property taxes in Brazos County represent approximately 7.8% of the median household income of $58,388. 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.