Lee County Property Taxes

Lee County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

8.9% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$200/mo escrow

#31 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.97%

vs. Texas Avg8.9% above
vs. National Avg10.8% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$247,500

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,969

$247/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,566

$131/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#31

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lee County, Texas

Lee County offers below-average tax rates

Lee County's effective tax rate of 0.969% sits just above the national median of 0.84%, making it relatively affordable by national standards. Its median annual tax of $2,399 falls short of the national median of $2,690, despite Lee County's strong median home value of $247,500 that approaches the national average.

Well below Texas's state average

Lee County's 0.969% effective rate significantly undercuts the Texas state average of 1.276%, positioning it among the state's most tax-friendly counties. Its median annual tax of $2,399 slightly exceeds the state median of $2,193, but the favorable rate more than compensates relative to the county's property values.

Among the region's best tax deals

Lee County's 0.969% rate ties with Lavaca County (0.957%) as one of the lowest in this regional comparison, beating Lamar County (0.951%) by a hair and vastly outpacing Knox County (1.862%) and La Salle County (1.561%). Lee County represents excellent tax value.

Lee County property tax costs

On Lee County's median home value of $247,500, you'll owe approximately $2,399 in annual property taxes. With mortgage escrow included, budget roughly $2,969 per year.

Don't skip the appraisal review

Lee County's strong property values and favorable tax rates make verification especially worthwhile—a single percentage point error on a $247,500 home translates to $25 annually in unnecessary taxes. Contact your county appraisal district to confirm your assessment's accuracy.

How Lee County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lee County$2,399
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Lee County

0.97%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lee County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Lee County, Texas is 0.97%. 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 Lee County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lee County is $2,399. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,969, while those without a mortgage pay $1,566.
How does Lee County compare to the Texas average?
Lee County's effective tax rate of 0.97% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Lee County is $2,399, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Lee County, Texas?
The median home value in Lee County, Texas is $247,500, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lee County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Lee County's effective property tax rate of 0.97% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $2,399 is also comparable to the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lee County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Lee County ranks #31 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.97% and median annual tax of $2,399, 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.