Austin is in Travis County, which has seen rapid property value increases driving up tax bills. Compare property tax rates, calculate your bill, and see how Austin compares to Texas and U.S. averages.
Effective Rate
1.54%
Median Home Value
$487,600
Median Tax Bill
$7,490
Tax on $400K Home
$6,144
Calculate Property Tax in Austin
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Austin, Texas has an effective property tax rate of 1.54%. This is calculated as median property taxes paid divided by median home value in Travis County, based on U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 data.
Austin's effective rate of 1.54% compares to Texas's state average of 1.63%. This is lower than the state average.
The median home value in Travis County (which includes Austin) is $487,600, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
Property tax due dates vary by Texas county. Travis County typically follows Texas state guidelines. Check with the county tax collector for exact deadlines.
Property tax in Austin is calculated by multiplying your home's assessed value by the local effective tax rate (currently 1.54%). Exemptions like homestead, senior, or veteran exemptions may reduce your taxable value.