Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.99%

Median Annual Tax

$6,965

How Fort Bend County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Fort Bend County$6,965

Texas State Average$2,203

National Average$1,924

Fort Bend County

1.99%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$7,553

per year

Without Mortgage

$5,934

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

Home Value

Annual Tax

$6,965

Monthly Escrow

$580

Effective Rate

1.99%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 216.2% above

vs. National Average▲ 158.9% above

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The effective property tax rate in Fort Bend County, Texas is 1.99%. 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 Fort Bend County?

The median annual property tax payment in Fort Bend County is $6,965. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,553, while those without a mortgage pay $5,934.

How does Fort Bend County compare to the Texas average?

Fort Bend County's effective tax rate of 1.99% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Fort Bend County is $6,965, compared to the state average of $2,203.

What is the median home value in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The median home value in Fort Bend County, Texas is $350,300, 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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