Motley County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 366.
The median annual property tax in Motley County is $890, which is 59% lower than the Texas state average and 54% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $81,100. Property taxes represent 1.4% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$890
-59% vs State
-54% vs US
Median Home Value
$81,100
-53% vs State
-62% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.10%
-14% vs State
+16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,518
$127/mo
Without Mortgage
$593
$49/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 | $890 +16.6% | 1.10% |
| 2022 | $763 +7.5% | 1.06% |
| 2021 | $710 +4.4% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $680 -0.4% | 1.13% |
| 2019 | $683 | 1.21% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.4%
of median household income
Median Income
$62,857
per year
Monthly Tax
$74
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Dawson County
Tax: $1,567/yr Rate: 1.73%
Tom Green County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 1.35%
Potter County
Tax: $2,028/yr Rate: 1.50%
Rusk County
Tax: $1,670/yr Rate: 1.00%
Zapata County
Tax: $912/yr Rate: 1.03%
Hamilton County
Tax: $1,918/yr Rate: 1.54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Motley County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Motley County is $890 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.10% on a median home value of $81,100.
How does Motley County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Motley County are 54% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.10% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Motley County? ▼
In Motley County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,518 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $593. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Motley County? ▼
Property taxes in Motley County represent approximately 1.4% of the median household income of $62,857. 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.