Colorado County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,139.
The median annual property tax in Colorado County is $2,117, which is 3% lower than the Texas state average and 10% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $194,000. Property taxes represent 3.1% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,117
-3% vs State
+10% vs US
Median Home Value
$194,000
+13% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-15% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,343
$195/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,941
$162/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 | $2,117 -2.6% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $2,174 +6.3% | 1.26% |
| 2021 | $2,046 +11.3% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,839 +6.4% | 1.40% |
| 2019 | $1,728 | 1.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.1%
of median household income
Median Income
$68,554
per year
Monthly Tax
$176
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Montgomery County
Tax: $5,237/yr Rate: 1.65%
Bowie County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.30%
Eastland County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 1.19%
Crosby County
Tax: $1,345/yr Rate: 1.78%
Montague County
Tax: $1,802/yr Rate: 0.95%
Refugio County
Tax: $1,325/yr Rate: 1.40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Colorado County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Colorado County is $2,117 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $194,000.
How does Colorado County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Colorado County are 10% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Colorado County? ▼
In Colorado County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,343 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,941. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Colorado County? ▼
Property taxes in Colorado County represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $68,554. 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.