Limestone County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 6,166.
The median annual property tax in Limestone County is $1,833, which is 16% lower than the Texas state average and 5% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $154,400. Property taxes represent 3.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,833
-16% vs State
-5% vs US
Median Home Value
$154,400
-10% vs State
-27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
-7% vs State
+25% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,406
$201/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,638
$137/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 | $1,833 +4.8% | 1.19% |
| 2022 | $1,749 +10.5% | 1.29% |
| 2021 | $1,583 +9.6% | 1.36% |
| 2020 | $1,445 +11.2% | 1.25% |
| 2019 | $1,300 | 1.36% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$58,109
per year
Monthly Tax
$153
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Bell County
Tax: $3,409/yr Rate: 1.54%
Orange County
Tax: $2,036/yr Rate: 1.25%
Lipscomb County
Tax: $1,750/yr Rate: 1.36%
Hudspeth County
Tax: $677/yr Rate: 1.18%
Wilbarger County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 1.47%
Kinney County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Limestone County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Limestone County is $1,833 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.19% on a median home value of $154,400.
How does Limestone County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Limestone County are 5% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.19% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Limestone County? ▼
In Limestone County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,406 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,638. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Limestone County? ▼
Property taxes in Limestone County represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $58,109. 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.