Caldwell County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 11,518.
The median annual property tax in Caldwell County is $2,871, which is 31% higher than the Texas state average and 49% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $215,600. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,871
+31% vs State
+49% vs US
Median Home Value
$215,600
+25% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.33%
+4% vs State
+40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,511
$293/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,274
$190/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 | $2,871 +2.4% | 1.33% |
| 2022 | $2,804 +11.9% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $2,505 +8.2% | 1.55% |
| 2020 | $2,315 +0.5% | 1.57% |
| 2019 | $2,304 | 1.59% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,503
per year
Monthly Tax
$239
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Brazos County
Tax: $4,580/yr Rate: 1.64%
Presidio County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.58%
Henderson County
Tax: $1,859/yr Rate: 0.98%
Knox County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.86%
Hartley County
Tax: $2,604/yr Rate: 1.22%
Zapata County
Tax: $912/yr Rate: 1.03%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Caldwell County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Caldwell County is $2,871 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.33% on a median home value of $215,600.
How does Caldwell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell County are 49% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.33% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Caldwell County? ▼
In Caldwell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,511 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,274. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Caldwell County? ▼
Property taxes in Caldwell County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $68,503. 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.