Kleberg County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,360.
The median annual property tax in Kleberg County is $2,457, which is 12% higher than the Texas state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.61% on a median home value of $152,200. Property taxes represent 4.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,457
+12% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,200
-11% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.61%
+26% vs State
+69% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,753
$313/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,278
$107/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 | $2,457 +14.2% | 1.61% |
| 2022 | $2,152 +35.5% | 1.68% |
| 2021 | $1,588 -13.2% | 1.62% |
| 2020 | $1,830 +11.7% | 1.86% |
| 2019 | $1,638 | 1.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$57,612
per year
Monthly Tax
$205
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Nueces County
Tax: $3,268/yr Rate: 1.68%
Jack County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.30%
Llano County
Tax: $2,587/yr Rate: 0.80%
Baylor County
Tax: $1,163/yr Rate: 1.25%
Gregg County
Tax: $2,271/yr Rate: 1.22%
Upton County
Tax: $1,197/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Kleberg County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Kleberg County is $2,457 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.61% on a median home value of $152,200.
How does Kleberg County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Kleberg County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.61% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Kleberg County? ▼
In Kleberg County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,753 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,278. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Kleberg County? ▼
Property taxes in Kleberg County represent approximately 4.3% of the median household income of $57,612. 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.