Clay County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,404.
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,194, which is 0% higher than the Texas state average and 14% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $161,300. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,194
+0% vs State
+14% vs US
Median Home Value
$161,300
-6% vs State
-24% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.36%
+6% vs State
+43% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,707
$226/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,647
$137/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 | $2,194 +10.0% | 1.36% |
| 2022 | $1,994 +5.7% | 1.43% |
| 2021 | $1,887 +12.0% | 1.60% |
| 2020 | $1,685 +8.6% | 1.53% |
| 2019 | $1,551 | 1.54% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$77,355
per year
Monthly Tax
$183
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Irion County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 0.95%
Scurry County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.59%
Sabine County
Tax: $1,315/yr Rate: 1.00%
Goliad County
Tax: $1,892/yr Rate: 1.04%
Childress County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.47%
Collingsworth County
Tax: $1,378/yr Rate: 1.27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Clay County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Clay County is $2,194 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.36% on a median home value of $161,300.
How does Clay County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County are 14% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.36% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Clay County? ▼
In Clay County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,707 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,647. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Clay County? ▼
Property taxes in Clay County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $77,355. 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.