Yoakum County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 1,973.
The median annual property tax in Yoakum County is $1,795, which is 18% lower than the Texas state average and 7% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $183,000. Property taxes represent 2.2% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,795
-18% vs State
-7% vs US
Median Home Value
$183,000
+6% vs State
-14% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.98%
-23% vs State
+3% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,975
$248/mo
Without Mortgage
$1,520
$127/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 | $1,795 +3.0% | 0.98% |
| 2022 | $1,742 +4.9% | 1.04% |
| 2021 | $1,660 +2.7% | 1.07% |
| 2020 | $1,617 +21.2% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $1,334 | 1.15% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.2%
of median household income
Median Income
$82,261
per year
Monthly Tax
$150
per month
Other Counties in Texas
McMullen County
Tax: $2,167/yr Rate: 1.99%
Delta County
Tax: $1,456/yr Rate: 0.97%
Swisher County
Tax: $1,555/yr Rate: 1.74%
Newton County
Tax: $856/yr Rate: 1.03%
Clay County
Tax: $2,194/yr Rate: 1.36%
Foard County
Tax: $844/yr Rate: 1.18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Yoakum County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Yoakum County is $1,795 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.98% on a median home value of $183,000.
How does Yoakum County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Yoakum County are 7% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.98% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Yoakum County? ▼
In Yoakum County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,975 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $1,520. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Yoakum County? ▼
Property taxes in Yoakum County represent approximately 2.2% of the median household income of $82,261. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
Explore More Data
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.