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Texas Property Tax Calculator & County Rates (2025)

Calculate Texas property taxes for all 254 counties. Features homestead exemptions, over-65 benefits, and Senate Bill updates for 2025 with comprehensive county coverage.

2025 Texas Property Tax Updates

  • • Homestead exemption increased to $140,000 (from $40,000)
  • • Over-65 exemption increased to $60,000 additional
  • • Total potential exemption up to $200,000 for seniors
  • • Disabled veteran exemptions expanded
1.81%
Average Tax Rate
254
Counties (Most in U.S.)
$3,797
Average Annual Tax
30.0M
Population

Why Texas Property Taxes Are Unique

No State Income Tax

Texas relies heavily on property taxes instead of income tax, making homestead exemptions crucial for residents.

Generous Exemptions

Homestead exemption up to $140,000, plus additional exemptions for seniors, veterans, and disabled persons.

Complex Rate Structure

Multiple taxing entities including school districts, counties, cities, and special districts create complex rate calculations.

Major Texas Counties & Tax Rates

CountyMajor CityPopulationAvg RateCalculator
Harris County
Houston
4.7M
2.15%
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Dallas County
Dallas
2.6M
2.42%
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Tarrant County
Fort Worth
2.1M
2.28%
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Travis County
Austin
1.3M
2.18%
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Bexar County
San Antonio
2.0M
2.15%
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Texas Property Tax Exemptions (2025)

Homestead Exemption - $140,000

Available for your primary residence. Increased from $40,000 in 2024 thanks to Senate Bills 4 & 23.

  • • Must be your primary residence as of January 1
  • • Apply with your county appraisal district
  • • Typically saves $2,000-$3,500 annually
  • • One-time application (doesn't need renewal)

Over-65 Exemption - Additional $60,000

Additional exemption for homeowners 65 and older. Combines with homestead for total $200,000 exemption.

  • • Available starting the year you turn 65
  • • Can include school tax ceiling (freeze)
  • • Surviving spouse maintains benefits
  • • Saves additional $1,000-$1,500 annually

Disabled Veteran Exemptions

Exemptions based on disability rating from VA. Can be substantial for higher ratings.

  • • 10-29% disability: $5,000-$12,000 exemption
  • • 30-49% disability: $12,000-$25,000 exemption
  • • 50-69% disability: $25,000-$35,000 exemption
  • • 70%+ or 100% disabled: Up to 100% exemption

How Texas Compares to Other States

Texas Advantages

  • No state income tax saves thousands annually
  • Generous homestead exemption ($140,000)
  • Strong job market and business environment
  • Excellent senior citizen benefits

Texas Challenges

  • Higher property tax rates than most states
  • Complex multi-entity tax structure
  • Rapid property value appreciation
  • Significant variation between counties

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