TaxBy County

Denton County

Denton County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.72%

Median Annual Tax

$6,943

How Denton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Denton County$6,943
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Denton County

1.72%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$7,326

per year

Without Mortgage

$5,820

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$6,943

Monthly Escrow

$579

Effective Rate

1.72%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 215.2% above
vs. National Average▲ 158.1% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Denton County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Denton County, Texas is 1.72%. 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 Denton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Denton County is $6,943. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,326, while those without a mortgage pay $5,820.
How does Denton County compare to the Texas average?
Denton County's effective tax rate of 1.72% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Denton County is $6,943, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Denton County, Texas?
The median home value in Denton County, Texas is $403,400, 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

Harris County(TX)

Rate1.72%
Median Tax$4,382

Dawson County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$1,567

Hays County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$6,420

Kaufman County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$5,036
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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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