Tyler County Property Taxes

Tyler County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

35.2% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$119/mo escrow

#50 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.03%

vs. Texas Avg35.2% below
vs. National Avg46.9% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$138,400

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,590

$133/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$1,329

$111/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#50

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Tyler County, Texas

Tyler taxes well below U.S. median

Tyler County's effective tax rate of 1.032% is significantly lower than the national median of 1.1%, placing it in the bottom third of U.S. counties for tax burden. The median property tax of $1,428 annually is roughly half the national median of $2,690, reflecting both modest home values and restrained rates.

Among Texas's lowest-tax counties

Tyler County ranks in the bottom 10% of Texas counties by effective tax rate at 1.032%, well below the state average of 1.276%. With a median tax bill of just $1,428—about 65% of the state median—Tyler offers one of Texas's most affordable property tax environments.

Lowest in the East Texas region

Tyler County's 1.032% rate is the lowest among its East Texas neighbors; Hardin County runs 1.09%, Jasper County around 1.12%, and Newton County near 1.15%. This positions Tyler as the region's best option for tax-conscious property owners.

A $138k home costs $1,428 yearly

With a median home value of $138,400 and an effective rate of 1.032%, the typical Tyler County homeowner pays $1,428 in annual property taxes. Those with mortgages see combined annual costs of $1,590.

Verify your assessment is fair

Even in low-tax areas, assessments can occasionally exceed fair market value. Tyler County residents should review their assessment notice and consider appealing if they believe the valuation is too high.

How Tyler County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Tyler County$1,428
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Tyler County

1.03%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Tyler County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Tyler County, Texas is 1.03%. 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 Tyler County?
The median annual property tax payment in Tyler County is $1,428. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,590, while those without a mortgage pay $1,329.
How does Tyler County compare to the Texas average?
Tyler County's effective tax rate of 1.03% is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Tyler County is $1,428, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Tyler County, Texas?
The median home value in Tyler County, Texas is $138,400, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Tyler County a low property tax area in Texas?
Yes — Tyler County's effective property tax rate of 1.03% is below the Texas average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax of $1,428 is also lower the state average of $2,203, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Tyler County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Tyler County ranks #50 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.03% and median annual tax of $1,428, 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.