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Ellis County

Ellis County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.46%

Median Annual Tax

$4,472

How Ellis County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Ellis County$4,472
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Ellis County

1.46%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,264

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,149

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$4,472

Monthly Escrow

$373

Effective Rate

1.46%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 103% above
vs. National Average▲ 66.2% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Ellis County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Ellis County, Texas is 1.46%. 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 Ellis County?
The median annual property tax payment in Ellis County is $4,472. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,264, while those without a mortgage pay $3,149.
How does Ellis County compare to the Texas average?
Ellis County's effective tax rate of 1.46% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Ellis County is $4,472, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Ellis County, Texas?
The median home value in Ellis County, Texas is $306,400, 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

Runnels County(TX)

Rate1.46%
Median Tax$1,518

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Rate1.47%
Median Tax$1,533

Gaines County(TX)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$2,721

Falls County(TX)

Rate1.47%
Median Tax$1,429
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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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