Terrell County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 402.
The median annual property tax in Terrell County is $1,222, which is 44% lower than the Texas state average and 36% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $152,200. Property taxes represent 2.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,222
-44% vs State
-36% vs US
Median Home Value
$152,200
-11% vs State
-28% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.80%
-37% vs State
-16% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,540
$128/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,208
$101/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 | $1,222 -5.3% | 0.80% |
| 2022 | $1,291 +5.4% | 1.08% |
| 2021 | $1,225 +12.1% | 1.29% |
| 2020 | $1,093 +37.5% | 1.34% |
| 2019 | $795 | 1.04% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$46,989
per year
Monthly Tax
$102
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Mitchell County
Tax: $1,680/yr Rate: 1.96%
Lamar County
Tax: $1,669/yr Rate: 0.95%
Camp County
Tax: $1,703/yr Rate: 1.07%
Hartley County
Tax: $2,604/yr Rate: 1.22%
Marion County
Tax: $870/yr Rate: 0.79%
Johnson County
Tax: $3,259/yr Rate: 1.28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Terrell County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Terrell County is $1,222 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.80% on a median home value of $152,200.
How does Terrell County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Terrell County are 36% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.80% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Terrell County? ▼
In Terrell County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,540 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,208. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Terrell County? ▼
Property taxes in Terrell County represent approximately 2.6% of the median household income of $46,989. 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.