Pecos County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,713.
The median annual property tax in Pecos County is $1,477, which is 33% lower than the Texas state average and 23% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $142,900. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,477
-33% vs State
-23% vs US
Median Home Value
$142,900
-17% vs State
-32% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
-20% vs State
+8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,507
$209/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,051
$88/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 | $1,477 +4.8% | 1.03% |
| 2022 | $1,410 +29.5% | 0.98% |
| 2021 | $1,089 +10.6% | 0.96% |
| 2020 | $985 +32.2% | 0.93% |
| 2019 | $745 | 0.85% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,689
per year
Monthly Tax
$123
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Parker County
Tax: $4,978/yr Rate: 1.45%
Tom Green County
Tax: $2,523/yr Rate: 1.35%
Bandera County
Tax: $2,347/yr Rate: 0.94%
Scurry County
Tax: $1,761/yr Rate: 1.59%
Jefferson County
Tax: $2,513/yr Rate: 1.57%
Wood County
Tax: $1,818/yr Rate: 0.93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Pecos County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Pecos County is $1,477 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $142,900.
How does Pecos County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Pecos County are 23% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Pecos County? ▼
In Pecos County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,507 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,051. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Pecos County? ▼
Property taxes in Pecos County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $67,689. 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.