Leon County Property Taxes

Leon County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

39.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$112/mo escrow

#6 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.75%

vs. Texas Avg39.2% below
vs. National Avg50.2% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$177,400

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,638

$137/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$998

$83/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#6

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Leon County, Texas

Leon County is a national tax bargain

Leon County's effective tax rate of 0.755% ranks among the lowest in the nation, sitting well below the national median of 0.84%. Its median annual tax of $1,339 remains substantially below the national median of $2,690, reflecting both Leon County's favorable rate and its moderate median home value of $177,400.

Texas's most tax-friendly county here

Leon County's 0.755% effective rate is the lowest in this entire group and significantly undercuts the Texas state average of 1.276%, making it one of the most affordable counties to own property in across the state. Its median annual tax of $1,339 is the lowest in this comparison and trails even the state median substantially.

Clear winner in regional tax comparison

Leon County's 0.755% rate decisively beats every other county in this analysis, undercutting Lamar County (0.951%), Lavaca County (0.957%), and Lee County (0.969%) by significant margins. It is by far the most tax-advantageous choice in the region.

Leon County's modest annual tax bills

On Leon County's median home value of $177,400, you'll pay approximately $1,339 in annual property taxes—the lowest of any county in this group. With mortgage escrow, total annual costs reach roughly $1,638.

Even favorable rates need verification

Leon County's exceptionally low tax rate is a draw for homebuyers, but don't assume your assessment is accurate just because taxes are affordable. A routine check with the county appraisal district ensures you're paying exactly what you owe—and no more.

How Leon County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Leon County$1,339
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Leon County

0.75%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Leon County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Leon County, Texas is 0.75%. 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 Leon County?
The median annual property tax payment in Leon County is $1,339. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,638, while those without a mortgage pay $998.
How does Leon County compare to the Texas average?
Leon County's effective tax rate of 0.75% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Leon County is $1,339, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Leon County, Texas?
The median home value in Leon County, Texas is $177,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Leon County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Leon County's effective property tax rate of 0.75% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $1,339 is also lower the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Leon County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Leon County ranks #6 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.75% and median annual tax of $1,339, 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.