Nueces County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 78,303.
The median annual property tax in Nueces County is $3,268, which is 49% higher than the Texas state average and 70% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $194,700. Property taxes represent 4.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$3,268
+49% vs State
+70% vs US
Median Home Value
$194,700
+13% vs State
-8% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.68%
+31% vs State
+77% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,115
$343/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,227
$186/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 | $3,268 +5.2% | 1.68% |
| 2022 | $3,107 +7.6% | 1.75% |
| 2021 | $2,888 +7.8% | 1.86% |
| 2020 | $2,680 +4.0% | 1.81% |
| 2019 | $2,578 | 1.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,021
per year
Monthly Tax
$272
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Kinney County
Tax: $1,244/yr Rate: 1.41%
Jack County
Tax: $2,266/yr Rate: 1.30%
Victoria County
Tax: $2,941/yr Rate: 1.49%
Irion County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 0.95%
Austin County
Tax: $3,464/yr Rate: 1.28%
Bailey County
Tax: $1,533/yr Rate: 1.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Nueces County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Nueces County is $3,268 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.68% on a median home value of $194,700.
How does Nueces County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Nueces County are 70% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.68% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Nueces County? ▼
In Nueces County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,115 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,227. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Nueces County? ▼
Property taxes in Nueces County represent approximately 4.9% of the median household income of $66,021. 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.