Cass County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 9,124.
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,419, which is 35% lower than the Texas state average and 26% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $133,500. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,419
-35% vs State
-26% vs US
Median Home Value
$133,500
-22% vs State
-37% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.06%
-17% vs State
+12% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,872
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,223
$102/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 | $1,419 +6.9% | 1.06% |
| 2022 | $1,327 +6.9% | 1.15% |
| 2021 | $1,241 +7.9% | 1.28% |
| 2020 | $1,150 +4.3% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,103 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,328
per year
Monthly Tax
$118
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Eastland County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 1.19%
Martin County
Tax: $1,434/yr Rate: 0.88%
Randall County
Tax: $3,587/yr Rate: 1.58%
Borden County
Tax: $493/yr Rate: 0.47%
Zavala County
Tax: $1,254/yr Rate: 1.42%
Somervell County
Tax: $2,452/yr Rate: 0.97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cass County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cass County is $1,419 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.06% on a median home value of $133,500.
How does Cass County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County are 26% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.06% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cass County? ▼
In Cass County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,872 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,223. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cass County? ▼
Property taxes in Cass County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $54,328. 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.