DeWitt County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 4,722.
The median annual property tax in DeWitt County is $1,437, which is 34% lower than the Texas state average and 25% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $167,200. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,437
-34% vs State
-25% vs US
Median Home Value
$167,200
-3% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
-33% vs State
-9% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,300
$192/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,314
$110/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 | $1,437 +3.6% | 0.86% |
| 2022 | $1,387 -4.3% | 0.89% |
| 2021 | $1,449 +9.2% | 1.00% |
| 2020 | $1,327 +9.5% | 1.09% |
| 2019 | $1,212 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,014
per year
Monthly Tax
$120
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Jim Hogg County
Tax: $1,775/yr Rate: 1.41%
Panola County
Tax: $1,313/yr Rate: 0.90%
Colorado County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.09%
Edwards County
Tax: $823/yr Rate: 1.05%
Kerr County
Tax: $3,115/yr Rate: 1.09%
Hidalgo County
Tax: $2,187/yr Rate: 1.76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in DeWitt County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in DeWitt County is $1,437 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.86% on a median home value of $167,200.
How does DeWitt County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in DeWitt County are 25% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in DeWitt County? ▼
In DeWitt County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,300 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,314. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in DeWitt County? ▼
Property taxes in DeWitt County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $64,014. 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.