Rusk County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 14,373.
The median annual property tax in Rusk County is $1,670, which is 24% lower than the Texas state average and 13% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $166,900. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,670
-24% vs State
-13% vs US
Median Home Value
$166,900
-3% vs State
-21% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.00%
-22% vs State
+5% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,375
$198/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,228
$102/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 | $1,670 +9.6% | 1.00% |
| 2022 | $1,524 +3.6% | 1.03% |
| 2021 | $1,471 +5.3% | 1.09% |
| 2020 | $1,397 +6.6% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,310 | 1.05% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$67,506
per year
Monthly Tax
$139
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Roberts County
Tax: $1,776/yr Rate: 1.00%
Kent County
Tax: $988/yr Rate: 0.91%
Travis County
Tax: $7,487/yr Rate: 1.54%
Gaines County
Tax: $2,721/yr Rate: 1.47%
Hockley County
Tax: $1,668/yr Rate: 1.48%
King County
Tax: $541/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rusk County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rusk County is $1,670 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.00% on a median home value of $166,900.
How does Rusk County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rusk County are 13% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.00% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rusk County? ▼
In Rusk County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,375 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,228. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rusk County? ▼
Property taxes in Rusk County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $67,506. 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.