Property Tax in Washington County
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Washington's taxes sit near U.S. median
Washington County's effective tax rate of 1.150% is just slightly above the national median of 1.1%, positioning it squarely in the middle of the U.S. property tax distribution. The median property tax of $3,105 exceeds the national median by $415, partly reflecting the county's median home value of $270,100, which approaches the national average.
Slightly below Texas state average
Washington's 1.150% effective rate ranks in the middle of Texas counties, falling just short of the state average of 1.276%. The median tax of $3,105 exceeds the state median of $2,193, reflecting the county's slightly higher home values.
Middle-ground among regional peers
Washington County's 1.150% rate places it between Walker County (1.112%) and Victoria County (1.488%) in this cluster. It's well below Webb's 1.851% but above Ward's rock-bottom 0.600%, making it a reasonable middle position regionally.
A $270,100 home means $3,105 yearly
The median Washington County homeowner pays approximately $3,105 annually on a home valued at $270,100. With a mortgage, you'll see roughly $3,728 withheld per year; without one, about $2,730.
Appeal if your assessment seems high
Washington County homeowners with properties above the median should verify their assessments haven't drifted above fair market value. A reassessment appeal can be filed at the local appraisal district and often succeeds when market conditions have shifted.