Hays County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 60,587.
The median annual property tax in Hays County is $6,420, which is 193% higher than the Texas state average and 234% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $371,400. Property taxes represent 7.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$6,420
+193% vs State
+234% vs US
Median Home Value
$371,400
+116% vs State
+76% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.73%
+35% vs State
+82% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$6,694
$558/mo
Without Mortgage
$5,641
$470/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 | $6,420 +3.6% | 1.73% |
| 2022 | $6,198 +8.6% | 1.85% |
| 2021 | $5,705 +6.3% | 2.05% |
| 2020 | $5,365 +12.9% | 2.08% |
| 2019 | $4,752 | 1.99% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
7.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$85,827
per year
Monthly Tax
$535
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Cochran County
Tax: $684/yr Rate: 1.19%
Gregg County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.22%
Burleson County
Tax: $1,816/yr Rate: 1.04%
Liberty County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.25%
Hunt County
Tax: $2,736/yr Rate: 1.30%
Blanco County
Tax: $4,134/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hays County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hays County is $6,420 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.73% on a median home value of $371,400.
How does Hays County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hays County are 234% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.73% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hays County? ▼
In Hays County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $6,694 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $5,641. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hays County? ▼
Property taxes in Hays County represent approximately 7.5% of the median household income of $85,827. 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.