El Paso County

El Paso County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

2.09%

Median Annual Tax

$3,490

How El Paso County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

El Paso County$3,490

Texas State Average$2,203

National Average$1,924

El Paso County

2.09%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$4,290

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,662

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$3,490

Monthly Escrow

$291

Effective Rate

2.09%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 58.4% above

vs. National Average▲ 29.7% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in El Paso County, Texas?

The effective property tax rate in El Paso County, Texas is 2.09%. 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 El Paso County?

The median annual property tax payment in El Paso County is $3,490. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,290, while those without a mortgage pay $2,662.

How does El Paso County compare to the Texas average?

El Paso County's effective tax rate of 2.09% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in El Paso County is $3,490, compared to the state average of $2,203.

What is the median home value in El Paso County, Texas?

The median home value in El Paso County, Texas is $167,300, 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.

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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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