Orange County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 23,892.
The median annual property tax in Orange County is $2,036, which is 7% lower than the Texas state average and 6% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $163,400. Property taxes represent 2.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,036
-7% vs State
+6% vs US
Median Home Value
$163,400
-5% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.25%
-2% vs State
+32% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,720
$227/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,394
$116/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 | $2,036 +9.1% | 1.25% |
| 2022 | $1,866 +11.3% | 1.22% |
| 2021 | $1,677 +14.2% | 1.27% |
| 2020 | $1,468 +0.3% | 1.26% |
| 2019 | $1,463 | 1.29% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,372
per year
Monthly Tax
$170
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Leon County
Tax: $1,339/yr Rate: 0.75%
Borden County
Tax: $493/yr Rate: 0.47%
Wharton County
Tax: $2,749/yr Rate: 1.50%
Titus County
Tax: $1,897/yr Rate: 1.20%
Schleicher County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.43%
Milam County
Tax: $1,789/yr Rate: 1.06%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Orange County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Orange County is $2,036 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.25% on a median home value of $163,400.
How does Orange County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Orange County are 6% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.25% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Orange County? ▼
In Orange County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,720 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,394. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Orange County? ▼
Property taxes in Orange County represent approximately 2.8% of the median household income of $73,372. 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.