Hopkins County Property Taxes

Hopkins County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

5.9% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$173/mo escrow

#64 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.07%

vs. Texas Avg5.9% below
vs. National Avg23% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$193,200

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,311

$193/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,876

$156/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#64

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Hopkins County, Texas

Hopkins taxes below national average

At 1.073%, Hopkins County's effective tax rate falls below the national median of 1.199%, ranking it in the 30th percentile nationally. The median property tax of $2,072 on a $193,200 home remains well below the national median tax of $2,690.

Below Texas average

Hopkins County's 1.073% effective rate sits comfortably below Texas's 1.276% state average, making it one of the most tax-friendly counties statewide. The median property tax of $2,072 is among the lowest in this group and 5% below the state median of $2,193.

Most affordable in Northeast Texas

Hopkins County's 1.073% rate beats Henderson (0.981%) for competitive tax relief in this region and substantially undercuts Hemphill (1.164%) and Hill (1.234%). It's a strong choice for Northeast Texas property owners prioritizing tax efficiency.

What $193,200 home costs yearly

A median-priced Hopkins County home generates $2,072 in annual property taxes under standard conditions, or $2,311 with a mortgage. At roughly $173 per month, it's among the lowest property tax burdens profiled here.

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How Hopkins County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Hopkins County$2,072
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Hopkins County

1.07%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Hopkins County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Hopkins County, Texas is 1.07%. 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 Hopkins County?
The median annual property tax payment in Hopkins County is $2,072. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,311, while those without a mortgage pay $1,876.
How does Hopkins County compare to the Texas average?
Hopkins County's effective tax rate of 1.07% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Hopkins County is $2,072, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Hopkins County, Texas?
The median home value in Hopkins County, Texas is $193,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Hopkins County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Hopkins County's effective property tax rate of 1.07% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $2,072 is also lower the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Hopkins County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Hopkins County ranks #64 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.07% and median annual tax of $2,072, 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.