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Wharton County

Wharton County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.50%

Median Annual Tax

$2,749

How Wharton County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wharton County$2,749
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Wharton County

1.50%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$3,445

per year

Without Mortgage

$2,333

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,749

Monthly Escrow

$229

Effective Rate

1.50%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 24.8% above
vs. National Average▲ 2.2% above
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wharton County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Wharton County, Texas is 1.50%. 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 Wharton County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wharton County is $2,749. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $3,445, while those without a mortgage pay $2,333.
How does Wharton County compare to the Texas average?
Wharton County's effective tax rate of 1.50% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Wharton County is $2,749, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Wharton County, Texas?
The median home value in Wharton County, Texas is $182,700, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
How are property taxes calculated in Texas?
Property taxes in Texas are calculated based on the assessed value of your property multiplied by the local mill levy (tax rate). The assessed value is determined by your county assessor and may differ from market value. Homeowners may qualify for exemptions such as homestead, senior, veteran, or disability exemptions that can reduce the taxable value. Tax rates vary by county and include levies for schools, municipal services, and special districts.

Counties with Similar Tax Rates

Potter County(TX)

Rate1.50%
Median Tax$2,028

Nolan County(TX)

Rate1.51%
Median Tax$1,485

Comanche County(TX)

Rate1.51%
Median Tax$2,082

Concho County(TX)

Rate1.51%
Median Tax$1,600
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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.

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