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Gonzales County

Gonzales County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.23%

Median Annual Tax

$1,949

How Gonzales County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Gonzales County$1,949
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Gonzales County

1.23%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,531

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,551

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,949

Monthly Escrow

$162

Effective Rate

1.23%

vs. Texas State Average▼ 11.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 27.5% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Gonzales County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Gonzales County, Texas is 1.23%. 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 Gonzales County?
The median annual property tax payment in Gonzales County is $1,949. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,531, while those without a mortgage pay $1,551.
How does Gonzales County compare to the Texas average?
Gonzales County's effective tax rate of 1.23% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Gonzales County is $1,949, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Gonzales County, Texas?
The median home value in Gonzales County, Texas is $158,900, 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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Rate1.23%
Median Tax$2,099

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Rate1.22%
Median Tax$2,644

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Rate1.22%
Median Tax$2,271

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Rate1.22%
Median Tax$2,604
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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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