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Wichita County

Wichita County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

1.77%

Median Annual Tax

$2,501

How Wichita County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Wichita County$2,501
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Wichita County

1.77%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Tax by Mortgage Status

With Mortgage

$2,979

per year

Without Mortgage

$1,946

per year

Estimate Your Property Tax

$

Annual Tax

$2,501

Monthly Escrow

$208

Effective Rate

1.77%

vs. Texas State Average▲ 13.5% above
vs. National Average▼ 7% below
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Wichita County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Wichita County, Texas is 1.77%. 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 Wichita County?
The median annual property tax payment in Wichita County is $2,501. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,979, while those without a mortgage pay $1,946.
How does Wichita County compare to the Texas average?
Wichita County's effective tax rate of 1.77% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Wichita County is $2,501, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Wichita County, Texas?
The median home value in Wichita County, Texas is $141,600, 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

Hidalgo County(TX)

Rate1.76%
Median Tax$2,187

Tarrant County(TX)

Rate1.77%
Median Tax$5,211

Crosby County(TX)

Rate1.78%
Median Tax$1,345

Brazoria County(TX)

Rate1.75%
Median Tax$4,831
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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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