Castro County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,679.
The median annual property tax in Castro County is $1,067, which is 51% lower than the Texas state average and 45% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $94,900. Property taxes represent 1.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,067
-51% vs State
-45% vs US
Median Home Value
$94,900
-45% vs State
-55% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.12%
-13% vs State
+18% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,816
$151/mo
Without Mortgage
$799
$67/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 | $1,067 -10.4% | 1.12% |
| 2022 | $1,191 -9.2% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $1,312 -1.2% | 1.52% |
| 2020 | $1,328 +21.5% | 1.59% |
| 2019 | $1,093 | 1.33% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,485
per year
Monthly Tax
$89
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Dallas County
Tax: $4,668/yr Rate: 1.68%
Motley County
Tax: $890/yr Rate: 1.10%
Fannin County
Tax: $2,356/yr Rate: 1.10%
Armstrong County
Tax: $2,679/yr Rate: 1.44%
Concho County
Tax: $1,600/yr Rate: 1.51%
Tom Green County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 1.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Castro County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Castro County is $1,067 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.12% on a median home value of $94,900.
How does Castro County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Castro County are 45% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.12% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Castro County? ▼
In Castro County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,816 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $799. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Castro County? ▼
Property taxes in Castro County represent approximately 1.7% of the median household income of $63,485. 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.