Hardin County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 17,944.
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $2,174, which is 1% lower than the Texas state average and 13% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $188,200. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,174
-1% vs State
+13% vs US
Median Home Value
$188,200
+9% vs State
-11% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.16%
-9% vs State
+22% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,662
$222/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,416
$118/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 | $2,174 +8.3% | 1.16% |
| 2022 | $2,007 +23.2% | 1.14% |
| 2021 | $1,629 +9.6% | 1.13% |
| 2020 | $1,486 +3.8% | 1.10% |
| 2019 | $1,432 | 1.15% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$72,532
per year
Monthly Tax
$181
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Kleberg County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.61%
Ector County
Tax: $2,438/yr Rate: 1.28%
Schleicher County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.43%
Sherman County
Tax: $2,450/yr Rate: 1.95%
Cooke County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.24%
Kendall County
Tax: $5,890/yr Rate: 1.20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hardin County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hardin County is $2,174 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.16% on a median home value of $188,200.
How does Hardin County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County are 13% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.16% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
In Hardin County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,662 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,416. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hardin County? ▼
Property taxes in Hardin County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $72,532. 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.