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Lavaca County

Lavaca County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.96%

Median Annual Tax

$2,113

How Lavaca County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lavaca County$2,113
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Lavaca County

0.96%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,791

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,683

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,113

Monthly Escrow

$176

Effective Rate

0.96%

vs. Texas State Average▼ 4.1% below
vs. National Average▼ 21.4% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lavaca County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Lavaca County, Texas is 0.96%. 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 Lavaca County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lavaca County is $2,113. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,791, while those without a mortgage pay $1,683.
How does Lavaca County compare to the Texas average?
Lavaca County's effective tax rate of 0.96% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Lavaca County is $2,113, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Lavaca County, Texas?
The median home value in Lavaca County, Texas is $220,900, 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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Median Tax$1,802

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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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