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Kaufman County

Kaufman County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.73%

Median Annual Tax

$5,036

How Kaufman County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Kaufman County$5,036
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Kaufman County

1.73%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$5,925

per year

Without Mortgage

$3,066

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$5,036

Monthly Escrow

$420

Effective Rate

1.73%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 128.6% above
vs. National Average▲ 87.2% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Kaufman County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Kaufman County, Texas is 1.73%. 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 Kaufman County?
The median annual property tax payment in Kaufman County is $5,036. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $5,925, while those without a mortgage pay $3,066.
How does Kaufman County compare to the Texas average?
Kaufman County's effective tax rate of 1.73% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Kaufman County is $5,036, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Kaufman County, Texas?
The median home value in Kaufman County, Texas is $290,800, 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.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Lynn County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$2,268

Hays County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$6,420

Dawson County(TX)

Rate1.73%
Median Tax$1,567

Denton County(TX)

Rate1.72%
Median Tax$6,943
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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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