Edwards County Property Taxes

Edwards County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

62.6% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$69/mo escrow

#58 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.05%

vs. Texas Avg62.6% below
vs. National Avg69.4% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$78,300

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

N/A

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$693

$58/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#58

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Edwards County, Texas

Edwards ranks among America's lowest

Edwards County's effective tax rate of 1.051% represents the lowest in Texas and ranks exceptionally low nationally, with a median property tax of just $823—roughly 31% of the national median of $2,690. Few Americans enjoy a lighter property tax burden than Edwards County residents.

Lowest-taxing county in Texas

Edwards County claims the title of Texas's lowest effective tax rate at 1.051%, significantly undercutting the state average of 1.276%. With a median property tax of $823, Edwards residents pay less than 38% of the statewide median.

Southwest Texas tax champion

Edwards County's 1.051% rate beats every neighboring county in the Southwest Texas region, with only Duval County (1.077%) coming close statewide. This exceptional advantage reflects smaller school districts and a lean government structure.

Lowest annual bill in the state

On a median home value of $78,300, typical Edwards County homeowners pay just $823 per year in property taxes. Limited mortgage-tax data is available for Edwards, but the base tax bill represents extraordinary savings compared to statewide norms.

Even Edwards homeowners should verify values

Even in Texas's lowest-tax county, appraisal errors can inflate your bill needlessly. Contact Edwards County's appraisal district to confirm your property valuation aligns with current market conditions and file a protest if it appears overstated.

How Edwards County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Edwards County$823
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Edwards County

1.05%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Edwards County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Edwards County, Texas is 1.05%. 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 Edwards County?
The median annual property tax payment in Edwards County is $823. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of N/A, while those without a mortgage pay $693.
How does Edwards County compare to the Texas average?
Edwards County's effective tax rate of 1.05% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Edwards County is $823, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Edwards County, Texas?
The median home value in Edwards County, Texas is $78,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Edwards County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Edwards County's effective property tax rate of 1.05% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $823 is also lower the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Edwards County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Edwards County ranks #58 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.05% and median annual tax of $823, 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.