Knox County Property Taxes
Knox County, Texas
Effective Tax Rate
0.00%
43.5% below state avgMedian Annual Tax
$0
$104/mo escrow
Estimate Your Tax
Annual Tax
$0
Monthly
$0
Eff. Rate
1.86%
At a Glance
Median Home Value
$66,800
State avg ▼ $171,960
Tax w/ Mortgage/yr
$1,867
$156/mo escrow
Tax w/o Mortgage/yr
$1,138
$95/mo
State Tax Rate Rank
#244
of 250 counties (1 = lowest)
Similar tax rates
Data Story
About Property Taxes in Knox County, Texas
Knox County taxes run higher than most
Knox County's effective tax rate of 1.862% significantly exceeds the national median property tax rate of 0.84%, placing it in the higher tier nationally. Homeowners here pay a median of $1,244 annually—well below the national median of $2,690—because properties are valued far lower than the U.S. average of $281,900.
Above average for Texas property taxes
Knox County's 1.862% effective rate ranks above Texas's state average of 1.276%, making it one of the higher-taxing counties in the state. The median annual tax of $1,244 trails the state median of $2,193, reflecting Knox County's lower median home values of $66,800.
Comparison across North Texas
Knox County's rate of 1.862% substantially exceeds neighboring Lamar County (0.951%) and Lamb County (1.192%), though it is lower than La Salle County's 1.561%. Among this regional cluster, Knox County ranks as one of the most tax-intensive by effective rate despite its modest home values.
What your taxes look like here
On Knox County's median home value of $66,800, expect an annual property tax bill of roughly $1,244. Mortgage payers often see an additional $623 rolled into escrow, bringing total annual costs to approximately $1,867.
You might owe less than you think
Many Knox County homeowners are assessed above fair market value—a common issue in lower-value rural markets. If your assessed value seems out of line with recent sales in your area, filing a protest with the county appraisal district could save you hundreds annually.
How Knox County Compares
Median Annual Property Tax
Knox County
1.86%
Effective rate
Texas Avg
1.28%
Effective rate
National Avg
0.91%
Effective rate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Knox County, Texas?
How much are property taxes in Knox County?
How does Knox County compare to the Texas average?
What is the median home value in Knox County, Texas?
Why is Knox County property tax rate higher than the Texas average?
How does Knox County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Counties with Similar Tax Rates
Nearby Counties
Other Counties in Texas
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.