Morris County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,801.
The median annual property tax in Morris County is $1,298, which is 41% lower than the Texas state average and 33% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $110,200. Property taxes represent 2.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,298
-41% vs State
-33% vs US
Median Home Value
$110,200
-36% vs State
-48% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.18%
-8% vs State
+24% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,090
$174/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,119
$93/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 | $1,298 +2.6% | 1.18% |
| 2022 | $1,265 +8.4% | 1.16% |
| 2021 | $1,167 +16.8% | 1.19% |
| 2020 | $999 -6.5% | 1.08% |
| 2019 | $1,069 | 1.18% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$55,082
per year
Monthly Tax
$108
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Mills County
Tax: $1,762/yr Rate: 0.88%
San Jacinto County
Tax: $2,086/yr Rate: 1.14%
Frio County
Tax: $1,751/yr Rate: 1.59%
Callahan County
Tax: $1,587/yr Rate: 1.10%
Dallam County
Tax: $2,065/yr Rate: 1.47%
Angelina County
Tax: $1,872/yr Rate: 1.25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Morris County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Morris County is $1,298 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.18% on a median home value of $110,200.
How does Morris County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County are 33% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.18% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Morris County? ▼
In Morris County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,090 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,119. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Morris County? ▼
Property taxes in Morris County represent approximately 2.4% of the median household income of $55,082. 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.