Brewster County Property Taxes

Brewster County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

20% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$220/mo escrow

#117 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.22%

vs. Texas Avg20% above
vs. National Avg1.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$216,000

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,818

$235/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,368

$197/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#117

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Brewster County, Texas

Brewster's tax rate sits slightly above national average

Brewster County's effective tax rate of 1.224% modestly exceeds the national median of 1.09%, placing it in the upper-middle tier of U.S. counties. The median property tax of $2,644 nearly matches the national median of $2,690, with regional home values accounting for the difference.

Nearly in line with Texas statewide rate

At 1.224%, Brewster County's effective rate runs slightly below Texas's 1.276% average, ranking it as a fairly typical Texas county. The median tax of $2,644 sits close to the state median of $2,193, making Brewster representative of statewide tax burden.

Moderate taxes for West Texas region

Brewster County's 1.224% rate exceeds the ultra-low Borden County (0.468%) but stays below the higher rates seen in East Texas counties like Bowie (1.296%). The county occupies a middle ground in the broader Texas tax landscape.

Your median annual tax bill: $2,644

On Brewster County's median home value of $216,000, homeowners pay approximately $2,644 per year without a mortgage and $2,818 with one. These moderate figures reflect Brewster's balanced position in both effective rate and property values.

Appeal your assessment to find savings

Brewster County homeowners can challenge their property valuations free of charge through the local appraisal district. Many properties are assessed above fair market value, and a successful appeal could reduce your annual tax obligation.

How Brewster County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Brewster County$2,644
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Brewster County

1.22%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Brewster County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Brewster County, Texas is 1.22%. 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 Brewster County?
The median annual property tax payment in Brewster County is $2,644. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,818, while those without a mortgage pay $2,368.
How does Brewster County compare to the Texas average?
Brewster County's effective tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Brewster County is $2,644, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Brewster County, Texas?
The median home value in Brewster County, Texas is $216,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Brewster County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Brewster County's effective property tax rate of 1.22% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $2,644 is also comparable to the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Brewster County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Brewster County ranks #117 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.22% and median annual tax of $2,644, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

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.