Taylor County Property Taxes

Taylor County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

21.2% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$223/mo escrow

#167 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.40%

vs. Texas Avg21.2% above
vs. National Avg0.7% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$190,300

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$3,428

$286/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,668

$139/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#167

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Taylor County, Texas

Taylor's rate sits near national median

At 1.403%, Taylor County's effective tax rate falls slightly above the national median of 1.27%, placing it near the middle of the country's tax burden spectrum. The median annual property tax of $2,670 closely mirrors the national median, making Taylor fairly representative of typical American property taxation.

Below average for Texas

Taylor County's 1.403% rate ranks below the Texas state average of 1.276% in relative terms, positioning it in the lower-middle tier statewide. Homeowners here benefit from a tax burden lighter than many Texas communities.

More affordable than Tarrant, less than Swisher

Taylor's 1.403% rate falls between neighbors Tarrant County (1.772%) to the north and Tom Green County (1.351%) to the southwest. This moderate position reflects Taylor's balanced approach to funding local government and schools.

Median tax bill reaches $2,670 yearly

On a median home value of $190,300, Taylor County residents pay approximately $2,670 in annual property taxes. Homeowners with mortgages see that amount rise to $3,428 when mortgage tax escrow is included.

Check your assessment for overvaluation

Even in fairly-taxed counties like Taylor, individual homes can be incorrectly appraised above market value. If your home's assessed value seems excessive compared to comparable recent sales, the county appraisal district allows homeowners to file appeals at no cost.

How Taylor County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Taylor County$2,670
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Taylor County

1.40%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Taylor County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Taylor County, Texas is 1.40%. 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 Taylor County?
The median annual property tax payment in Taylor County is $2,670. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,428, while those without a mortgage pay $1,668.
How does Taylor County compare to the Texas average?
Taylor County's effective tax rate of 1.40% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Taylor County is $2,670, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Taylor County, Texas?
The median home value in Taylor County, Texas is $190,300, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Taylor County property tax rate higher than the Texas average?
Taylor County's effective property tax rate of 1.40% is higher than the Texas average of 1.28%. This difference of 0.12% 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 Taylor County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Taylor County ranks #167 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.40% and median annual tax of $2,670, 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.