Rains County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,916.
The median annual property tax in Rains County is $2,350, which is 7% higher than the Texas state average and 22% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $214,900. Property taxes represent 3.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,350
+7% vs State
+22% vs US
Median Home Value
$214,900
+25% vs State
+2% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.09%
-15% vs State
+15% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$3,544
$295/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,648
$137/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 | $2,350 +22.1% | 1.09% |
| 2022 | $1,925 +4.7% | 1.11% |
| 2021 | $1,839 +16.6% | 1.20% |
| 2020 | $1,577 +6.3% | 1.20% |
| 2019 | $1,484 | 1.16% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,874
per year
Monthly Tax
$196
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Webb County
Tax: $3,312/yr Rate: 1.85%
Medina County
Tax: $2,881/yr Rate: 1.31%
Schleicher County
Tax: $1,621/yr Rate: 1.43%
Pecos County
Tax: $1,477/yr Rate: 1.03%
Nueces County
Tax: $3,268/yr Rate: 1.68%
Red River County
Tax: $1,317/yr Rate: 0.98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rains County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rains County is $2,350 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.09% on a median home value of $214,900.
How does Rains County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rains County are 22% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.09% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rains County? ▼
In Rains County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,544 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,648. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rains County? ▼
Property taxes in Rains County represent approximately 3.6% of the median household income of $64,874. 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.