Travis County Property Tax Rate — Texas 2026

In Travis County, Texas, homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,487 on a median home value of $487,600, resulting in an effective property tax rate of 1.54%. This rate is 0.04% lower than the Texas state average (1.58%) and 0.63% higher than the national average (0.91%).

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$7,487
Median Annual Tax
$487,600
Median Home Value
1.54%
Effective Tax Rate
561,491
Total Housing Units

How Travis County Compares

Travis County
1.54%
Texas Average
1.58%
National Average
0.91%
Difference from National
+0.63%

Property taxes in Travis County are above the national average but closer to the Texas state average, indicating a moderate tax burden for the region.

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Property Tax Calculator for Travis County

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

This estimate uses the effective tax rate of 1.54% based on ACS data. Actual taxes may differ based on local assessments, exemptions, and levies.

Housing Breakdown

297,755
Owner-Occupied (53.03%)
263,736
Renter-Occupied (46.97%)
561,491
Total Housing Units

Property Tax Details for Travis County, Texas

The median property tax paid by homeowners in Travis County is $7,487 per year. Based on a median home value of $487,600, this translates to an effective property tax rate of 1.54%.

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%. Travis County’s effective rate is 0.04% lower than the Texas state average (1.58%).

Of the 561,491 housing units in Travis County, approximately 53.03% are owner-occupied and 46.97% 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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