Knox County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 981.
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $1,244, which is 43% lower than the Texas state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $66,800. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,244
-43% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$66,800
-61% vs State
-68% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.86%
+45% vs State
+96% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,867
$156/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,138
$95/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 | $1,244 +14.3% | 1.86% |
| 2022 | $1,088 +22.2% | 1.97% |
| 2021 | $890 +5.0% | 1.89% |
| 2020 | $848 +1.9% | 1.96% |
| 2019 | $832 | 1.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,304
per year
Monthly Tax
$104
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Willacy County
Tax: $1,164/yr Rate: 1.91%
Martin County
Tax: $1,434/yr Rate: 0.88%
Wichita County
Tax: $2,501/yr Rate: 1.77%
Leon County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.75%
Jones County
Tax: $1,425/yr Rate: 1.54%
Starr County
Tax: $1,047/yr Rate: 1.12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Knox County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Knox County is $1,244 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.86% on a median home value of $66,800.
How does Knox County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.86% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Knox County? ▼
In Knox County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,867 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,138. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Knox County? ▼
Property taxes in Knox County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $56,304. 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.