Burleson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,267.
The median annual property tax in Burleson County is $1,816, which is 17% lower than the Texas state average and 6% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $174,000. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,816
-17% vs State
-6% vs US
Median Home Value
$174,000
+1% vs State
-18% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.04%
-19% vs State
+9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,498
$208/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,467
$122/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 | $1,816 +10.5% | 1.04% |
| 2022 | $1,643 +14.6% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $1,434 +0.9% | 1.15% |
| 2020 | $1,421 -2.7% | 1.12% |
| 2019 | $1,461 | 1.20% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,888
per year
Monthly Tax
$151
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Shelby County
Tax: $1,143/yr Rate: 1.02%
Refugio County
Tax: $1,325/yr Rate: 1.40%
Motley County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 1.10%
Presidio County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.58%
Dickens County
Tax: $888/yr Rate: 1.37%
Shackelford County
Tax: $2,276/yr Rate: 1.29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Burleson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Burleson County is $1,816 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.04% on a median home value of $174,000.
How does Burleson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Burleson County are 6% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.04% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Burleson County? ▼
In Burleson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,498 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,467. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Burleson County? ▼
Property taxes in Burleson County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $72,888. 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.