Duval County Property Taxes

Duval County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

57.7% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$78/mo escrow

#65 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.08%

vs. Texas Avg57.7% below
vs. National Avg65.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$86,400

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,369

$114/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$657

$55/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#65

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Duval County, Texas

Duval's tax burden runs light nationally

Duval County's effective rate of 1.077% positions it well below national norms, with a median property tax of just $931—barely 35% of the national median of $2,690. This county ranks among America's most affordable for property tax burden relative to home values.

Second-lowest tax rate in Texas

At 1.077%, Duval County claims one of Texas's most competitive rates, trailing only Edwards County's 1.051% statewide. The median tax bill of $931 runs less than 42% of the state average, marking significant savings for residents.

South Texas leader in low tax rates

Duval County's 1.077% beats most South Texas peers and ranks second only to Edwards County in the broader region. Its median tax of $931 is the lowest among comparable rural Texas counties, giving homeowners tangible year-over-year savings.

Typical annual bill: under $1,000

On a median home value of $86,400, Duval County homeowners pay approximately $931 annually in property taxes. This makes owning a typical home in Duval among Texas's most economical propositions from a tax perspective.

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How Duval County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Duval County$931
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Duval County

1.08%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Duval County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Duval County, Texas is 1.08%. 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 Duval County?
The median annual property tax payment in Duval County is $931. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,369, while those without a mortgage pay $657.
How does Duval County compare to the Texas average?
Duval County's effective tax rate of 1.08% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Duval County is $931, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Duval County, Texas?
The median home value in Duval County, Texas is $86,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Duval County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Duval County's effective property tax rate of 1.08% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $931 is also lower the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Duval County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Duval County ranks #65 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.08% and median annual tax of $931, it falls in the lower 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.