Henderson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 24,939.
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $1,859, which is 15% lower than the Texas state average and 3% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $189,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,859
-15% vs State
-3% vs US
Median Home Value
$189,600
+10% vs State
-10% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
-23% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,670
$223/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,368
$114/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 | $1,859 +7.8% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $1,725 +16.2% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $1,484 +3.3% | 1.18% |
| 2020 | $1,436 +6.1% | 1.19% |
| 2019 | $1,354 | 1.25% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$63,955
per year
Monthly Tax
$155
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Mills County
Tax: $1,762/yr Rate: 0.88%
Lavaca County
Tax: $2,113/yr Rate: 0.96%
Jeff Davis County
Tax: $1,283/yr Rate: 0.55%
Menard County
Tax: $1,747/yr Rate: 1.66%
Wichita County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 1.77%
Galveston County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Henderson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Henderson County is $1,859 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $189,600.
How does Henderson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County are 3% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
In Henderson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,670 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,368. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Henderson County? ▼
Property taxes in Henderson County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $63,955. 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.