Texas property tax
Tax year 2025 · updated 2026-09-20 · Source: Texas Comptroller, Census ACS 2023 5-year
The median effective property tax rate in Texas is 1.63%, above the national median of 0.99%. The median homeowner pays $4,050 a year on a home worth $248,000. On a $300,000 home that is about $4,890 before exemptions.
- Effective rate
- 1.63%
- Median annual bill
- $4,050
- Median home value
- $248,000
- Rank (highest = 1)
- 7of 50
Counties in Texas
| County | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County | 1.77% | $4,210 | $238,000 | 4,835,000 |
| Dallas County | 1.79% | $4,400 | $246,000 | 2,600,000 |
| Travis County | 1.55% | $6,300 | $406,000 | 1,330,000 |
How Texas assesses property
100% of appraised market value, set annually by the county appraisal district.
Homestead and other exemptions
General residence homestead exemption of $100,000 from school district taxes, plus a 10% annual cap on appraised value growth for homesteads. Additional $10,000 for age 65+ or disabled.
Due dates
Bills mailed October; due January 31 of the following year.
Appeals
Protest by May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal notice, whichever is later.
No state income tax, so property tax funds most local services. School districts are the largest share of most bills.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Texas?
The median effective property tax rate in Texas is 1.63% of home value, above the national median of 0.99%. On a $300,000 home that is about $4,890 per year, before exemptions. Rates vary by county and school district.
When are property taxes due in Texas?
Bills mailed October; due January 31 of the following year.
Does Texas have a homestead exemption?
General residence homestead exemption of $100,000 from school district taxes, plus a 10% annual cap on appraised value growth for homesteads. Additional $10,000 for age 65+ or disabled.
How do I appeal my property tax assessment in Texas?
Protest by May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal notice, whichever is later. Appeals go to the county assessor or appraisal review board first; each county page on this site lists the local deadline and the assessor's contact.