Jefferson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 57,912.
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,513, which is 15% higher than the Texas state average and 31% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $159,600. Property taxes represent 4.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,513
+15% vs State
+31% vs US
Median Home Value
$159,600
-7% vs State
-25% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.57%
+23% vs State
+65% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,529
$294/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,776
$148/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 | $2,513 +5.6% | 1.57% |
| 2022 | $2,379 +12.4% | 1.57% |
| 2021 | $2,116 +6.0% | 1.63% |
| 2020 | $1,997 +3.9% | 1.66% |
| 2019 | $1,922 | 1.70% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$59,934
per year
Monthly Tax
$209
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Matagorda County
Tax: $2,035/yr Rate: 1.25%
Kinney County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.41%
Nueces County
Tax: $3,268/yr Rate: 1.68%
Bexar County
Tax: $4,429/yr Rate: 1.81%
Archer County
Tax: $2,317/yr Rate: 1.32%
Goliad County
Tax: $1,892/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jefferson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jefferson County is $2,513 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.57% on a median home value of $159,600.
How does Jefferson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County are 31% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
In Jefferson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,529 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,776. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jefferson County? ▼
Property taxes in Jefferson County represent approximately 4.2% of the median household income of $59,934. 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.