Grimes County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 8,022.
The median annual property tax in Grimes County is $2,480, which is 13% higher than the Texas state average and 29% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $226,600. Property taxes represent 3.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,480
+13% vs State
+29% vs US
Median Home Value
$226,600
+32% vs State
+7% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-15% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,590
$299/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,947
$162/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 | $2,480 +0.7% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $2,463 +8.8% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $2,264 +15.3% | 1.24% |
| 2020 | $1,964 +23.3% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $1,593 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,080
per year
Monthly Tax
$207
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Gonzales County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.23%
Goliad County
Tax: $1,892/yr Rate: 1.04%
Bexar County
Tax: $4,429/yr Rate: 1.81%
Marion County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.79%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Hood County
Tax: $3,240/yr Rate: 1.15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Grimes County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Grimes County is $2,480 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $226,600.
How does Grimes County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Grimes County are 29% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Grimes County? ▼
In Grimes County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,590 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,947. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Grimes County? ▼
Property taxes in Grimes County represent approximately 3.7% of the median household income of $67,080. 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.