Jim Wells County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 8,971.
The median annual property tax in Jim Wells County is $1,311, which is 40% lower than the Texas state average and 32% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $104,800. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,311
-40% vs State
-32% vs US
Median Home Value
$104,800
-39% vs State
-50% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-2% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,546
$212/mo
Without Mortgage
$866
$72/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 | $1,311 +21.2% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $1,082 +2.0% | 1.18% |
| 2021 | $1,061 +0.9% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $1,052 +2.9% | 1.37% |
| 2019 | $1,022 | 1.34% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$47,492
per year
Monthly Tax
$109
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Presidio County
Tax: $1,949/yr Rate: 1.58%
Ellis County
Tax: $4,472/yr Rate: 1.46%
Jim Hogg County
Tax: $1,775/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frio County
Tax: $1,751/yr Rate: 1.59%
Madison County
Tax: $1,722/yr Rate: 1.15%
Loving County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Jim Wells County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Jim Wells County is $1,311 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $104,800.
How does Jim Wells County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Jim Wells County are 32% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Jim Wells County? ▼
In Jim Wells County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,546 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $866. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Jim Wells County? ▼
Property taxes in Jim Wells County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $47,492. 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.