Lamar County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 13,202.
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,669, which is 24% lower than the Texas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $175,500. Property taxes represent 2.7% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,669
-24% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$175,500
+2% vs State
-17% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
-26% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,258
$188/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,366
$114/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 | $1,669 +5.6% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $1,580 +3.1% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,532 +10.6% | 1.25% |
| 2020 | $1,385 -1.0% | 1.28% |
| 2019 | $1,399 | 1.41% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.7%
of median household income
Median Income
$61,122
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Menard County
Tax: $1,747/yr Rate: 1.66%
Hidalgo County
Tax: $2,187/yr Rate: 1.76%
Reeves County
Tax: $1,343/yr Rate: 1.18%
Shackelford County
Tax: $2,276/yr Rate: 1.29%
Colorado County
Tax: $2,117/yr Rate: 1.09%
Upton County
Tax: $1,197/yr Rate: 1.13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Lamar County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Lamar County is $1,669 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $175,500.
How does Lamar County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
In Lamar County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,258 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,366. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Lamar County? ▼
Property taxes in Lamar County represent approximately 2.7% of the median household income of $61,122. 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.