Williamson County Property Taxes

Williamson County, Texas

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

221.3% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$590/mo escrow

#229 of 250 counties in Texas

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.71%

vs. Texas Avg221.3% above
vs. National Avg163.2% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$414,600

State avg $171,960

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$7,477

$623/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$6,101

$508/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#229

of 250 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Williamson County, Texas

Williamson taxes track with national norms

Williamson County's effective tax rate of 1.707% is 34% above the national median of 1.27%, placing it in the upper-middle range nationally. However, the median annual tax of $7,079 reflects Williamson's booming property values—its median home price of $414,600 is 47% above the national median.

Among Texas's highest-value counties

Williamson's rate of 1.707% exceeds Texas's state average of 1.276%, ranking the county above 65% of peers statewide. The median annual tax of $7,079 is 223% above the state average of $2,193, driven by the county's rapid growth and rising property values.

Premium-priced homes command high taxes

Williamson County's $7,079 median tax is substantially higher than any comparison county, reflecting the fastest property value growth in the region. Its median home value of $414,600 far exceeds neighboring Wise County ($277,200) and Wilson County ($286,300).

Growth boom drives taxes skyward

On a median-value home of $414,600, Williamson County homeowners pay approximately $7,079 in annual property taxes. With a mortgage, the total reaches $7,477, making Williamson one of the highest-tax-paying jurisdictions in the eight-county region.

Rapid appreciation warrants assessment checks

Williamson's explosive growth often leads to assessed values lagging behind actual market prices, but overassessment still occurs in pockets. Even a 2% reduction in your assessed value would save homeowners roughly $140 annually—worth a quick call to your appraisal district.

How Williamson County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Williamson County$7,079
Texas State Average$2,203
National Average$1,924

Williamson County

1.71%

Effective rate

Texas Avg

1.28%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Williamson County, Texas?
The effective property tax rate in Williamson County, Texas is 1.71%. 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 Williamson County?
The median annual property tax payment in Williamson County is $7,079. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $7,477, while those without a mortgage pay $6,101.
How does Williamson County compare to the Texas average?
Williamson County's effective tax rate of 1.71% is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. The median annual property tax in Williamson County is $7,079, compared to the state average of $2,203.
What is the median home value in Williamson County, Texas?
The median home value in Williamson County, Texas is $414,600, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Williamson County property tax rate higher than the Texas average?
Williamson County's effective property tax rate of 1.71% is higher than the Texas average of 1.28%. This difference of 0.43% 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 Williamson County rank for property taxes in Texas?
Williamson County ranks #229 out of 250 counties in Texas by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.71% and median annual tax of $7,079, it falls in the upper 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.