Mitchell County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,037.
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,680, which is 23% lower than the Texas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $85,700. Property taxes represent 3.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,680
-23% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$85,700
-50% vs State
-59% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.96%
+53% vs State
+106% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,035
$253/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,476
$123/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 | $1,680 +11.6% | 1.96% |
| 2022 | $1,506 +14.4% | 1.79% |
| 2021 | $1,317 -0.7% | 1.91% |
| 2020 | $1,326 +4.6% | 1.95% |
| 2019 | $1,268 | 1.84% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$56,033
per year
Monthly Tax
$140
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Houston County
Tax: $1,429/yr Rate: 0.92%
Glasscock County
Tax: $1,154/yr Rate: 0.46%
Jeff Davis County
Tax: $1,283/yr Rate: 0.55%
Brewster County
Tax: $2,644/yr Rate: 1.22%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Eastland County
Tax: $1,451/yr Rate: 1.19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Mitchell County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Mitchell County is $1,680 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.96% on a median home value of $85,700.
How does Mitchell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.96% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
In Mitchell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,035 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,476. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Mitchell County? ▼
Property taxes in Mitchell County represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $56,033. 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.