Dallas County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 493,453.
The median annual property tax in Dallas County is $4,668, which is 113% higher than the Texas state average and 143% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $277,900. Property taxes represent 6.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,668
+113% vs State
+143% vs US
Median Home Value
$277,900
+62% vs State
+31% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
+31% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$5,448
$454/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,621
$302/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 | $4,668 +7.1% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $4,360 +13.2% | 1.73% |
| 2021 | $3,850 +7.8% | 1.81% |
| 2020 | $3,570 +6.4% | 1.84% |
| 2019 | $3,355 | 1.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
6.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$74,149
per year
Monthly Tax
$389
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Morris County
Tax: $1,298/yr Rate: 1.18%
Zavala County
Tax: $1,254/yr Rate: 1.42%
Lamb County
Tax: $913/yr Rate: 1.19%
Medina County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 1.31%
Scurry County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.59%
Dimmit County
Tax: $917/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dallas County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dallas County is $4,668 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $277,900.
How does Dallas County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dallas County are 143% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dallas County? ▼
In Dallas County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,448 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,621. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dallas County? ▼
Property taxes in Dallas County represent approximately 6.3% of the median household income of $74,149. 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.