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Jim Wells County

Jim Wells County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.25%

Median Annual Tax

$1,311

How Jim Wells County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Jim Wells County$1,311
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Jim Wells County

1.25%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,546

per year

Without Mortgage

$866

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$1,311

Monthly Escrow

$109

Effective Rate

1.25%

vs. Texas State Average▼ 40.5% below
vs. National Average▼ 51.3% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Jim Wells County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Jim Wells County, Texas is 1.25%. 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 Jim Wells County?
The median annual property tax payment in Jim Wells County is $1,311. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,546, while those without a mortgage pay $866.
How does Jim Wells County compare to the Texas average?
Jim Wells County's effective tax rate of 1.25% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Jim Wells County is $1,311, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Jim Wells County, Texas?
The median home value in Jim Wells County, Texas is $104,800, 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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Rate1.25%
Median Tax$2,091

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Rate1.25%
Median Tax$1,872

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Rate1.25%
Median Tax$2,035

Kimble County(TX)

Rate1.26%
Median Tax$2,173
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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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