Medina County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 14,449.
The median annual property tax in Medina County is $2,881, which is 31% higher than the Texas state average and 50% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.31% on a median home value of $220,000. Property taxes represent 3.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,881
+31% vs State
+50% vs US
Median Home Value
$220,000
+28% vs State
+4% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.31%
+2% vs State
+38% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,565
$297/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,997
$166/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 | $2,881 +11.4% | 1.31% |
| 2022 | $2,587 +5.3% | 1.39% |
| 2021 | $2,456 +19.1% | 1.49% |
| 2020 | $2,062 +8.3% | 1.36% |
| 2019 | $1,904 | 1.38% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,462
per year
Monthly Tax
$240
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Kinney County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.41%
Liberty County
Tax: $2,091/yr Rate: 1.25%
Brazoria County
Tax: $4,831/yr Rate: 1.75%
Terry County
Tax: $1,645/yr Rate: 1.48%
Crockett County
Tax: $466/yr Rate: 0.33%
Kleberg County
Tax: $2,457/yr Rate: 1.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Medina County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Medina County is $2,881 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.31% on a median home value of $220,000.
How does Medina County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Medina County are 50% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.31% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Medina County? ▼
In Medina County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,565 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,997. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Medina County? ▼
Property taxes in Medina County represent approximately 3.9% of the median household income of $73,462. 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.