Johnson County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 47,274.
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $3,259, which is 49% higher than the Texas state average and 69% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $254,600. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,259
+49% vs State
+69% vs US
Median Home Value
$254,600
+48% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.28%
+0% vs State
+35% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,946
$329/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,161
$180/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 | $3,259 +11.2% | 1.28% |
| 2022 | $2,931 +8.3% | 1.30% |
| 2021 | $2,706 +7.8% | 1.48% |
| 2020 | $2,510 +6.1% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $2,366 | 1.52% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$81,826
per year
Monthly Tax
$272
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Brazos County
Tax: $4,580/yr Rate: 1.64%
Callahan County
Tax: $1,587/yr Rate: 1.10%
Grimes County
Tax: $2,480/yr Rate: 1.09%
Jim Wells County
Tax: $1,311/yr Rate: 1.25%
Borden County
Tax: $493/yr Rate: 0.47%
Lavaca County
Tax: $2,113/yr Rate: 0.96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Johnson County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Johnson County is $3,259 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.28% on a median home value of $254,600.
How does Johnson County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County are 69% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.28% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
In Johnson County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,946 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,161. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Johnson County? ▼
Property taxes in Johnson County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $81,826. 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.