Hamilton County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,427.
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,918, which is 13% lower than the Texas state average and 0% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $124,800. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,918
-13% vs State
+0% vs US
Median Home Value
$124,800
-27% vs State
-41% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.54%
+20% vs State
+62% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,167
$181/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,770
$148/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 | $1,918 +1.3% | 1.54% |
| 2022 | $1,893 +9.4% | 1.54% |
| 2021 | $1,731 -0.6% | 1.42% |
| 2020 | $1,741 -4.0% | 1.41% |
| 2019 | $1,813 | 1.39% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,339
per year
Monthly Tax
$160
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Kendall County
Tax: $5,890/yr Rate: 1.20%
Fort Bend County
Tax: $6,965/yr Rate: 1.99%
Rains County
Tax: $2,350/yr Rate: 1.09%
Upshur County
Tax: $2,099/yr Rate: 1.23%
Castro County
Tax: $1,067/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hamilton County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hamilton County is $1,918 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.54% on a median home value of $124,800.
How does Hamilton County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County are 0% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.54% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
In Hamilton County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,167 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,770. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hamilton County? ▼
Property taxes in Hamilton County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $55,339. 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.