Howard County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 8,186.
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $1,642, which is 25% lower than the Texas state average and 15% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $150,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,642
-25% vs State
-15% vs US
Median Home Value
$150,300
-13% vs State
-29% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-15% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,899
$158/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,358
$113/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 | $1,642 -0.5% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $1,650 +4.7% | 1.24% |
| 2021 | $1,576 +12.9% | 1.30% |
| 2020 | $1,396 +10.9% | 1.35% |
| 2019 | $1,259 | 1.27% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$71,457
per year
Monthly Tax
$137
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Shackelford County
Tax: $2,276/yr Rate: 1.29%
Hunt County
Tax: $2,736/yr Rate: 1.30%
Willacy County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.91%
Ellis County
Tax: $4,472/yr Rate: 1.46%
Bastrop County
Tax: $4,077/yr Rate: 1.51%
Sabine County
Tax: $1,315/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Howard County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Howard County is $1,642 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $150,300.
How does Howard County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County are 15% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Howard County? ▼
In Howard County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,899 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,358. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Howard County? ▼
Property taxes in Howard County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $71,457. 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.