Dawson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,904.
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $1,567, which is 29% lower than the Texas state average and 19% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $90,800. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,567
-29% vs State
-19% vs US
Median Home Value
$90,800
-47% vs State
-57% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.73%
+35% vs State
+82% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,940
$162/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,350
$113/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 | $1,567 +9.0% | 1.73% |
| 2022 | $1,438 +6.6% | 1.51% |
| 2021 | $1,349 +12.0% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $1,204 -1.7% | 1.50% |
| 2019 | $1,225 | 1.67% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,789
per year
Monthly Tax
$131
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Tyler County
Tax: $1,428/yr Rate: 1.03%
Gillespie County
Tax: $4,404/yr Rate: 1.02%
Hemphill County
Tax: $2,502/yr Rate: 1.16%
Terry County
Tax: $1,645/yr Rate: 1.48%
Colorado County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.09%
Camp County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.07%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Dawson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Dawson County is $1,567 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $90,800.
How does Dawson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County are 19% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
In Dawson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,940 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,350. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Dawson County? ▼
Property taxes in Dawson County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $55,789. 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.