Hartley County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,254.
The median annual property tax in Hartley County is $2,604, which is 19% higher than the Texas state average and 35% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $213,200. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,604
+19% vs State
+35% vs US
Median Home Value
$213,200
+24% vs State
+1% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
-5% vs State
+28% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,413
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,859
$238/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 | $2,604 -0.8% | 1.22% |
| 2022 | $2,625 +17.2% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $2,239 -0.9% | 1.23% |
| 2020 | $2,259 -8.1% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $2,458 | 1.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,122
per year
Monthly Tax
$217
per month
Other Counties in Texas
McCulloch County
Tax: $1,435/yr Rate: 1.37%
Wood County
Tax: $1,818/yr Rate: 0.93%
Hardin County
Tax: $2,174/yr Rate: 1.16%
Haskell County
Tax: $1,028/yr Rate: 1.12%
Cooke County
Tax: $2,794/yr Rate: 1.24%
Archer County
Tax: $2,317/yr Rate: 1.32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hartley County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hartley County is $2,604 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.22% on a median home value of $213,200.
How does Hartley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hartley County are 35% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.22% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hartley County? ▼
In Hartley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,413 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,859. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hartley County? ▼
Property taxes in Hartley County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $82,122. 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.