Bexar County Property Tax Rate — Texas 2026

In Bexar County, Texas, homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,429 on a median home value of $244,100, resulting in an effective property tax rate of 1.81%. This rate is 0.24% higher than the Texas state average (1.58%) and 0.91% higher than the national average (0.91%).

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$4,429
Median Annual Tax
$244,100
Median Home Value
1.81%
Effective Tax Rate
740,402
Total Housing Units

How Bexar County Compares

Bexar County
1.81%
Texas Average
1.58%
National Average
0.91%
Difference from National
+0.91%

Homeowners in Bexar County face a relatively high property tax burden, paying more than both the Texas state average and the national average.

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Property Tax Calculator for Bexar County

Enter your home’s estimated market value to calculate your approximate annual property tax in Bexar County, Texas.

This estimate uses the effective tax rate of 1.81% based on ACS data. Actual taxes may differ based on local assessments, exemptions, and levies.

Housing Breakdown

437,637
Owner-Occupied (59.11%)
302,765
Renter-Occupied (40.89%)
740,402
Total Housing Units

Property Tax Details for Bexar County, Texas

The median property tax paid by homeowners in Bexar County is $4,429 per year. Based on a median home value of $244,100, this translates to an effective property tax rate of 1.81%.

For context, the statewide median property tax in Texas is $4,111 with an effective rate of 1.58%, while the national average effective rate stands at 0.91%. Bexar County’s effective rate is 0.24% higher than the Texas state average (1.58%).

Of the 740,402 housing units in Bexar County, approximately 59.11% are owner-occupied and 40.89% are renter-occupied. Homeownership rates can influence local tax policy, as communities with higher ownership rates often see more voter engagement on property tax issues.

Important: The data on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be used as tax advice. Actual property taxes depend on your property’s assessed value, local millage rates, and any applicable exemptions. Contact your county assessor’s office for precise tax information.

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