Hockley County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 5,848.
The median annual property tax in Hockley County is $1,668, which is 24% lower than the Texas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $112,700. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,668
-24% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$112,700
-34% vs State
-47% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.48%
+16% vs State
+56% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,574
$215/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,165
$97/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 | $1,668 -4.0% | 1.48% |
| 2022 | $1,737 +0.0% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $1,737 +11.9% | 1.76% |
| 2020 | $1,552 +0.6% | 1.67% |
| 2019 | $1,542 | 1.65% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$54,810
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Hill County
Tax: $2,012/yr Rate: 1.23%
Garza County
Tax: $1,316/yr Rate: 1.66%
Cherokee County
Tax: $1,941/yr Rate: 1.21%
Fannin County
Tax: $2,356/yr Rate: 1.10%
Ector County
Tax: $2,438/yr Rate: 1.28%
Jones County
Tax: $1,425/yr Rate: 1.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Hockley County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Hockley County is $1,668 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.48% on a median home value of $112,700.
How does Hockley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Hockley County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.48% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Hockley County? ▼
In Hockley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,574 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,165. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Hockley County? ▼
Property taxes in Hockley County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $54,810. 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.