Zapata County, Texas Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for Texas. Population: 3,442.
The median annual property tax in Zapata County is $912, which is 58% lower than the Texas state average and 53% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $88,800. Property taxes represent 2.5% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$912
-58% vs State
-53% vs US
Median Home Value
$88,800
-48% vs State
-58% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
-20% vs State
+8% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,886
$157/mo
Without Mortgage
$676
$56/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 | $912 +6.3% | 1.03% |
| 2022 | $858 +1.5% | 1.01% |
| 2021 | $845 -7.3% | 1.02% |
| 2020 | $912 +36.1% | 1.03% |
| 2019 | $670 | 0.86% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
2.5%
of median household income
Median Income
$36,527
per year
Monthly Tax
$76
per month
Other Counties in Texas
Coke County
Tax: $1,340/yr Rate: 1.19%
Crockett County
Tax: $466/yr Rate: 0.33%
Hansford County
Tax: $2,165/yr Rate: 1.64%
Anderson County
Tax: $1,688/yr Rate: 0.97%
Llano County
Tax: $2,587/yr Rate: 0.80%
Polk County
Tax: $1,597/yr Rate: 1.04%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Zapata County, Texas? ▼
The median annual property tax in Zapata County is $912 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 1.03% on a median home value of $88,800.
How does Zapata County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Zapata County are 53% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 1.03% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Zapata County? ▼
In Zapata County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,886 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $676. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Zapata County? ▼
Property taxes in Zapata County represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $36,527. 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.