Erath County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 10,450.
The median annual property tax in Erath County is $2,836, which is 29% higher than the Texas state average and 47% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $251,900. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,836
+29% vs State
+47% vs US
Median Home Value
$251,900
+46% vs State
+19% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.13%
-12% vs State
+19% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,395
$283/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,414
$201/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 | $2,836 +3.3% | 1.13% |
| 2022 | $2,745 +5.8% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | $2,595 +5.7% | 1.47% |
| 2020 | $2,454 +2.3% | 1.48% |
| 2019 | $2,399 | 1.50% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$65,351
per year
Monthly Tax
$236
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Zapata County
Tax: $912/yr Rate: 1.03%
Wood County
Tax: $1,818/yr Rate: 0.93%
Llano County
Tax: $2,587/yr Rate: 0.80%
Bastrop County
Tax: $4,077/yr Rate: 1.51%
Howard County
Tax: $1,642/yr Rate: 1.09%
Kimble County
Tax: $2,173/yr Rate: 1.26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Erath County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Erath County is $2,836 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.13% on a median home value of $251,900.
How does Erath County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Erath County are 47% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.13% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Erath County? ▼
In Erath County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,395 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,414. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Erath County? ▼
Property taxes in Erath County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $65,351. 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.