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Ector County

Ector County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.28%

Median Annual Tax

$2,438

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

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,192

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,723

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,438

Monthly Escrow

$203

Effective Rate

1.28%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 10.7% above
vs. National Average▼ 9.4% below
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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.
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

Johnson County(TX)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$3,259

Austin County(TX)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$3,464

Palo Pinto County(TX)

Rate1.28%
Median Tax$2,147

Shackelford County(TX)

Rate1.29%
Median Tax$2,276
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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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