Medina County Property Taxes

Medina County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

30.8% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$240/mo escrow

#146 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.31%

vs. Texas Avg30.8% above
vs. National Avg7.1% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$220,000

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,565

$297/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,997

$166/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#146

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Medina County, Texas

Medina's tax rate tops national median

Medina County's effective tax rate of 1.310% sits above the national median of 1.048%, placing it in the upper half of U.S. counties. The median property tax here is $2,881, slightly above the national median of $2,690, reflecting both the local rate and median home values of $220,000.

Above average for Texas

Medina County ranks above the Texas state average effective rate of 1.276%, paying median taxes of $2,881 compared to the state median of $2,193. This positions the county among higher-tax areas within Texas, though still moderate by national standards.

Regional tax comparison

Medina County's 1.310% rate exceeds several nearby counties, including Milam County (1.059%) and Mills County (0.880%). It sits between Menard County (1.659%) to the north and the state average, making it a moderate-tax area for south-central Texas.

What homeowners pay yearly

On a typical $220,000 home in Medina County, annual property taxes run about $2,881 before mortgage deductions. With mortgage debt included, the estimated annual obligation climbs to $3,565 due to homestead exemption calculations.

Appeal if your assessment seems high

Medina County homeowners should know that many properties are overassessed relative to actual market value, and formal appeals can reduce tax obligations. County tax assessors use varying methods, making it worthwhile to request a property value review if you believe your assessment is inflated.

How Medina County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Medina County$2,881
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Medina County

1.31%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Medina County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Medina County, Texas is 1.31%. 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 Medina County?
The median annual property tax payment in Medina County is $2,881. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,565, while those without a mortgage pay $1,997.
How does Medina County compare to the Texas average?
Medina County's effective tax rate of 1.31% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Medina County is $2,881, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Medina County, Texas?
The median home value in Medina County, Texas is $220,000, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Medina County property tax rate higher than the Texas average?
Medina County's effective property tax rate of 1.31% is higher than the Texas average of 1.28%. This difference of 0.03% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Medina County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Medina County ranks #146 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.31% and median annual tax of $2,881, it falls in the middle 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.