Garza County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 982.
The median annual property tax in Garza County is $1,316, which is 40% lower than the Texas state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $79,300. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,316
-40% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$79,300
-54% vs State
-63% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.66%
+30% vs State
+75% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,657
$305/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,171
$98/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 | $1,316 +2.1% | 1.66% |
| 2022 | $1,289 +9.2% | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $1,180 +4.5% | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $1,129 +17.6% | 1.44% |
| 2019 | $960 | 1.22% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,545
per year
Monthly Tax
$110
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Gray County
Tax: $1,435/yr Rate: 1.43%
Hale County
Tax: $1,471/yr Rate: 1.39%
Duval County
Tax: $931/yr Rate: 1.08%
Yoakum County
Tax: $1,795/yr Rate: 0.98%
Lee County
Tax: $2,399/yr Rate: 0.97%
Randall County
Tax: $3,587/yr Rate: 1.58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Garza County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Garza County is $1,316 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.66% on a median home value of $79,300.
How does Garza County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Garza County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.66% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Garza County? ▼
In Garza County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,657 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,171. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Garza County? ▼
Property taxes in Garza County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $50,545. 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.