Potter County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 23,949.
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $2,028, which is 8% lower than the Texas state average and 5% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $134,900. Property taxes represent 4.0% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,028
-8% vs State
+5% vs US
Median Home Value
$134,900
-22% vs State
-36% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.50%
+17% vs State
+58% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,615
$218/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,613
$134/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 | $2,028 +6.1% | 1.50% |
| 2022 | $1,912 +7.2% | 1.59% |
| 2021 | $1,783 +3.2% | 1.75% |
| 2020 | $1,727 +4.6% | 1.78% |
| 2019 | $1,651 | 1.78% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
4.0%
of median household income
Median Income
$50,448
per year
Monthly Tax
$169
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Gillespie County
Tax: $4,404/yr Rate: 1.02%
Delta County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 0.97%
Nacogdoches County
Tax: $1,464/yr Rate: 0.93%
San Augustine County
Tax: $681/yr Rate: 0.82%
Coryell County
Tax: $2,509/yr Rate: 1.41%
Dawson County
Tax: $1,567/yr Rate: 1.73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Potter County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Potter County is $2,028 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.50% on a median home value of $134,900.
How does Potter County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County are 5% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.50% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Potter County? ▼
In Potter County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,615 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,613. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Potter County? ▼
Property taxes in Potter County represent approximately 4.0% of the median household income of $50,448. 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.