Somervell County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 2,917.
The median annual property tax in Somervell County is $2,452, which is 12% higher than the Texas state average and 28% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $253,600. Property taxes represent 2.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,452
+12% vs State
+28% vs US
Median Home Value
$253,600
+47% vs State
+20% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
-24% vs State
+2% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,723
$227/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,081
$173/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 | $2,452 -2.1% | 0.97% |
| 2022 | $2,505 +10.4% | 1.02% |
| 2021 | $2,268 +11.2% | 1.01% |
| 2020 | $2,040 -9.1% | 0.99% |
| 2019 | $2,243 | 1.02% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$83,382
per year
Monthly Tax
$204
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Wilbarger County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 1.47%
Gray County
Tax: $1,435/yr Rate: 1.43%
Carson County
Tax: $1,915/yr Rate: 1.36%
Randall County
Tax: $3,587/yr Rate: 1.58%
Brown County
Tax: $1,727/yr Rate: 1.15%
Loving County
Tax: N/A/yr Rate: N/A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Somervell County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Somervell County is $2,452 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.97% on a median home value of $253,600.
How does Somervell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Somervell County are 28% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.97% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Somervell County? ▼
In Somervell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,723 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,081. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Somervell County? ▼
Property taxes in Somervell County represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $83,382. 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.