Property Tax in Wheeler County
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Wheeler's rate rivals national medians
Wheeler County's effective tax rate of 1.446% exceeds the national median of 1.1% by about one-third, placing it in the top 35% of U.S. counties by tax burden. However, the median property tax of just $1,411 is substantially below the national median of $2,690, reflecting Wheeler's lower property values.
Above Texas average, below peer medians
Wheeler's 1.446% effective rate exceeds the Texas state average of 1.276% by a solid margin, landing it in the upper third statewide. The median property tax of $1,411 falls well below the state median of $2,193, the lowest median tax in this eight-county group.
Mid-range rate, lowest absolute tax
Wheeler County's 1.446% rate falls between Wharton (1.505%) and Victoria (1.488%), but its median property tax of $1,411 is the lowest among these eight counties, reflecting much lower home values. Only Ward County offers a comparable absolute savings.
A $97,600 home costs $1,411 yearly
The median Wheeler County homeowner pays only about $1,411 annually on a home valued at $97,600—the lowest median tax here despite an above-average rate. With a mortgage, expect roughly $2,602 withheld; without one, approximately $1,187.
Lower values mean smaller appeal savings
While Wheeler County's modest median tax bill means less money is immediately at stake, homeowners with properties above the county median should still verify assessments. Even small percentage reductions can yield meaningful savings on future tax bills.