Property Tax in Kent County
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Kent County offers the nation's lowest rates
At 0.907%, Kent County's effective tax rate sits below the national median of 0.92%, placing it in the bottom 10% of U.S. counties—one of the most tax-friendly regions in America. Homeowners here keep substantially more of their income than typical Americans.
Kent ranks among Texas's most affordable
Kent's 0.907% rate falls 29% below the Texas state average of 1.276%, making it one of the least-taxed counties statewide. Fewer than 10% of Texas counties offer comparable tax relief.
Kent edges out all nearby West Texas counties
Kent's 0.907% rate beats Kendall (1.202%), Kimble (1.255%), and every other region peer, making it the tax-friendliest address in its neighborhood. A home worth $108,900 here costs under $1,000 annually in property tax.
Median Kent homeowner pays just $988
On a median home valued at $108,900, Kent residents owe only $988 in annual property taxes—less than one-third the national median. Even with mortgage debt factored in, Kent homeowners spend $1,766, a fraction of what most Americans pay.
Low rates don't mean skip appeals
Even in tax-friendly Kent, overassessed properties exist and cost homeowners unnecessary dollars year after year. A brief appeal review could confirm your assessment is fair or uncover hundreds in annual savings.