Ector County Property Taxes

Ector County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

10.7% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$203/mo escrow

#135 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.28%

vs. Texas Avg10.7% above
vs. National Avg9.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$190,500

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,192

$266/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,723

$144/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#135

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Ector County, Texas

Ector's rate slightly above the nation's

Ector County's effective tax rate of 1.280% mirrors the national median, with a median property tax of $2,438 running 91% of the national median of $2,690. On higher home values, this pushes Ector's absolute tax burden closer to national averages.

Ector slightly exceeds Texas average

At 1.280%, Ector County's rate runs marginally above Texas's 1.276% statewide average, placing it squarely in the middle band of the state's 254 counties. The median property tax of $2,438 falls slightly above the state average of $2,193.

Higher taxes reflect Midland Basin prosperity

Ector County's 1.280% rate and $2,438 median tax both exceed most West Texas peers, reflecting higher property values driven by oil-and-gas industry activity. The county's median home value of $190,500 supports more robust school and infrastructure funding than surrounding rural areas.

Expect to pay roughly $2,438 annually

On a median home value of $190,500, typical Ector County homeowners pay approximately $2,438 per year in property taxes. Those with mortgages typically see this climb to around $3,192 when school district taxes are included.

Review your assessment for accuracy

Ector County homeowners benefit from strong property markets but should verify their assessed values remain fair and current. Contact Ector County's appraisal district to request a free comparison analysis or file a protest if recent market activity suggests your home is overvalued.

How Ector County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ector County$2,438
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Ector County

1.28%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ector County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Ector County, Texas is 1.28%. 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 Ector County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ector County is $2,438. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,192, while those without a mortgage pay $1,723.
How does Ector County compare to the Texas average?
Ector County's effective tax rate of 1.28% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Ector County is $2,438, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Ector County, Texas?
The median home value in Ector County, Texas is $190,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Ector County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Ector County's effective property tax rate of 1.28% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $2,438 is also comparable to the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Ector County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Ector County ranks #135 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.28% and median annual tax of $2,438, 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.