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Bexar County

Bexar County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.81%

Median Annual Tax

$4,429

How Bexar County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Bexar County$4,429
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Bexar County

1.81%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,213

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,968

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,429

Monthly Escrow

$369

Effective Rate

1.81%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 101% above
vs. National Average▲ 64.6% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Bexar County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Bexar County, Texas is 1.81%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Bexar County?
The median annual property tax payment in Bexar County is $4,429. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,213, while those without a mortgage pay $2,968.
How does Bexar County compare to the Texas average?
Bexar County's effective tax rate of 1.81% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Bexar County is $4,429, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Bexar County, Texas?
The median home value in Bexar County, Texas is $244,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Texas?
Property taxes in Texas are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Crosby County(TX)

Rate1.78%
Median Tax$1,345

Webb County(TX)

Rate1.85%
Median Tax$3,312

Tarrant County(TX)

Rate1.77%
Median Tax$5,211

Knox County(TX)

Rate1.86%
Median Tax$1,244
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Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.

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