Shackelford County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,088.
The median annual property tax in Shackelford County is $2,276, which is 4% higher than the Texas state average and 18% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $176,900. Property taxes represent 3.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,276
+4% vs State
+18% vs US
Median Home Value
$176,900
+3% vs State
-16% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.29%
+1% vs State
+36% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,778
$232/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,825
$152/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 | $2,276 -2.7% | 1.29% |
| 2022 | $2,338 +13.7% | 1.31% |
| 2021 | $2,057 +25.9% | 1.34% |
| 2020 | $1,634 +12.9% | 1.49% |
| 2019 | $1,447 | 1.58% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$64,659
per year
Monthly Tax
$190
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Galveston County
Tax: $4,238/yr Rate: 1.49%
Marion County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.79%
Donley County
Tax: $1,019/yr Rate: 1.13%
Austin County
Tax: $3,464/yr Rate: 1.28%
Cass County
Tax: $1,419/yr Rate: 1.06%
Kerr County
Tax: $3,115/yr Rate: 1.09%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Shackelford County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Shackelford County is $2,276 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.29% on a median home value of $176,900.
How does Shackelford County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Shackelford County are 18% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.29% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Shackelford County? ▼
In Shackelford County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,778 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,825. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Shackelford County? ▼
Property taxes in Shackelford County represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $64,659. 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.