Live Oak County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,071.
The median annual property tax in Live Oak County is $1,255, which is 43% lower than the Texas state average and 35% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $142,300. Property taxes represent 2.3% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,255
-43% vs State
-35% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,300
-17% vs State
-33% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.88%
-31% vs State
-7% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,951
$163/mo
Without Mortgage
$861
$72/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 | $1,255 -8.9% | 0.88% |
| 2022 | $1,378 +27.4% | 0.96% |
| 2021 | $1,082 +18.3% | 0.92% |
| 2020 | $915 -2.2% | 0.86% |
| 2019 | $936 | 0.90% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.3%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,869
per year
Monthly Tax
$105
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Burnet County
Tax: $3,495/yr Rate: 1.13%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,918/yr Rate: 1.54%
Childress County
Tax: $1,694/yr Rate: 1.47%
McLennan County
Tax: $3,347/yr Rate: 1.53%
Brazoria County
Tax: $4,831/yr Rate: 1.75%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,670/yr Rate: 1.00%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Live Oak County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Live Oak County is $1,255 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.88% on a median home value of $142,300.
How does Live Oak County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Live Oak County are 35% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.88% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Live Oak County? ▼
In Live Oak County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,951 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $861. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Live Oak County? ▼
Property taxes in Live Oak County represent approximately 2.3% of the median household income of $53,869. 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.