Average Tax Assessment in Bexar County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Bexar County, Texas
Bexar County has a total of 567,390 properties with a cumulative value of $127.5B, making up 5.98% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Bexar County are collected across these 567,390 properties, totaling $2.5B. The average homeowner in Bexar County pays $4,398 in property taxes, which is higher than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Bexar County is 1.96%, which is higher than the state average of 1.69%. Properties are valued for tax purposes based on their market value, which is determined by the local appraisal district.
The property tax timeline in Texas begins on January 1st, when the property valuation date is set. Property value notices are issued between April and May, and the property tax appeal deadline is May 15th or 30 days after the notices are issued. The real property tax bill is due on January 31st for the preceding year's gross tax bills.
Updated November 01, 2023
| Important Links | |
|---|---|
| Bexar Appraisal District | (210) 242-2432 |
| Bexar Tax Collector/Assessor | (210) 335-6628 |
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Real Property Tax Bill Due (1st of #): | January 31st, Gross tax bills for preceding year |
| Property Valuation Date: | January 1st |
| Property Value Notices Issued: | April - May |
| Property Tax Appeal Deadline: | May 15th or 30 days after notices are issued |
| Property Tax Bills Issued: | October 1st |
| Available Exemptions | |
|---|---|
| Early Payment Discount | |
| Senior | Available |
| Disabled | Available |
| Homestead | Available |
| Veteran | Available |
| Solar/Wind | Available |
| Charitable | Available |
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Real Estate Statistics in Bexar County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Bexar County
Bexar County has an average property tax rate of 1.96%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 1.98%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. Property taxes in Bexar County are collected by the county and used to fund public services such as schools, roads, and public safety.
Property tax rates in Bexar County vary across cities. Somerset has the highest effective property tax rate at 2.12%, while Adkins has the lowest at 1.51%. Property taxes in Bexar County are generally lower than the national average, making it an attractive place to live for those looking to save on their taxes. However, it is important to consider the property tax rate of the city you are looking to move to in order to get an accurate estimate of your tax bill.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Bexar County. The tax assessment value may differ from the potential sale value, and is used to calculate the property tax for each piece of real estate.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adkins | $21,022 | $48,710 | $112,770 | $201,450 | $293,522 |
| Atascosa | $13,545 | $40,468 | $79,955 | $151,582 | $225,670 |
| Boerne | $260,745 | $333,552 | $414,775 | $501,482 | $617,040 |
| Converse | $119,556 | $156,092 | $189,085 | $219,788 | $253,330 |
| Elmendorf | $15,068 | $39,165 | $75,790 | $145,030 | $193,166 |
| Helotes | $218,686 | $260,990 | $327,280 | $413,982 | $555,513 |
| Live Oak | $143,531 | $162,162 | $184,185 | $206,860 | $236,331 |
| Saint Hedwig | $41,316 | $139,500 | $211,670 | $260,645 | $308,712 |
| San Antonio | $87,030 | $132,720 | $190,000 | $264,240 | $373,650 |
| Schertz | $117,856 | $205,000 | $256,380 | $380,320 | $495,210 |
| Selma | $188,140 | $203,880 | $230,020 | $295,300 | $371,140 |
| Shavano Park | $440,000 | $507,858 | $643,925 | $905,228 | $1,086,171 |
| Somerset | $28,196 | $55,750 | $94,060 | $155,000 | $229,188 |
| Universal City | $132,710 | $169,150 | $208,800 | $249,530 | $305,320 |
| Von Ormy | $12,690 | $35,120 | $71,260 | $163,475 | $228,272 |
| Windcrest | $188,392 | $218,430 | $246,350 | $271,980 | $303,034 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Bexar County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adkins | $173 | $588 | $1,514 | $3,046 | $4,734 |
| Atascosa | $154 | $503 | $1,323 | $2,615 | $4,310 |
| Boerne | $3,813 | $5,772 | $7,758 | $9,968 | $12,300 |
| Converse | $573 | $2,748 | $3,774 | $4,678 | $5,518 |
| Elmendorf | $186 | $515 | $1,307 | $2,721 | $4,186 |
| Helotes | $2,800 | $5,287 | $6,820 | $8,525 | $11,441 |
| Live Oak | $1,185 | $2,155 | $3,623 | $4,403 | $5,099 |
| Saint Hedwig | $515 | $1,808 | $3,990 | $5,218 | $6,153 |
| San Antonio | $566 | $2,075 | $3,876 | $5,554 | $7,898 |
| Schertz | $0 | $1,060 | $4,622 | $7,060 | $9,946 |
| Selma | $1,053 | $3,843 | $4,522 | $5,482 | $7,342 |
| Shavano Park | $5,385 | $9,035 | $12,735 | $19,163 | $23,691 |
| Somerset | $301 | $896 | $1,947 | $3,259 | $5,261 |
| Universal City | $1,409 | $3,043 | $4,463 | $5,671 | $7,017 |
| Von Ormy | $137 | $466 | $1,081 | $2,627 | $5,064 |
| Windcrest | $190 | $3,111 | $4,472 | $5,675 | $6,408 |
Effective Property Tax Rate
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the property tax bill by the assessed value. For the percentiles below, the calculation is performed using the percentiles for property tax bill and assessed value above. Therefore, each consecutive percentile doesn't necessarily show a larger value.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adkins | 0.82% | 1.21% | 1.34% | 1.51% | 1.61% |
| Atascosa | 1.14% | 1.24% | 1.65% | 1.73% | 1.91% |
| Boerne | 1.46% | 1.73% | 1.87% | 1.99% | 1.99% |
| Converse | 0.48% | 1.76% | 2.00% | 2.13% | 2.18% |
| Elmendorf | 1.23% | 1.31% | 1.72% | 1.88% | 2.17% |
| Helotes | 1.28% | 2.03% | 2.08% | 2.06% | 2.06% |
| Live Oak | 0.83% | 1.33% | 1.97% | 2.13% | 2.16% |
| Saint Hedwig | 1.25% | 1.30% | 1.89% | 2.00% | 1.99% |
| San Antonio | 0.65% | 1.56% | 2.04% | 2.10% | 2.11% |
| Schertz | 0.00% | 0.52% | 1.80% | 1.86% | 2.01% |
| Selma | 0.56% | 1.88% | 1.97% | 1.86% | 1.98% |
| Shavano Park | 1.22% | 1.78% | 1.98% | 2.12% | 2.18% |
| Somerset | 1.07% | 1.61% | 2.07% | 2.10% | 2.30% |
| Universal City | 1.06% | 1.80% | 2.14% | 2.27% | 2.30% |
| Von Ormy | 1.08% | 1.33% | 1.52% | 1.61% | 2.22% |
| Windcrest | 0.10% | 1.42% | 1.82% | 2.09% | 2.11% |
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Real Estate Values in Bexar County
The median home price in Bexar County, Texas decreased slightly from October 2022 to October 2023, by 0.93%. The home inventory in Bexar County also increased from 6.7K in October 2022 to 7.2K in October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in Bexar County is stable, with a slight decrease in home prices and an increase in home inventory.
Average Home Value in Bexar County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Bexar County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Bexar County
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Mortgage Rates in Bexar County
Bexar County, Texas is home to an impressive $438.5 billion in outstanding home mortgage loans. This amount is equivalent to around 330.7 thousand individual loans, representing a significant portion of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Bexar County varies significantly across cities, ranging from a low of 3.45% in Saint Hedwig to a high of 5.25% in Somerset. This variation in rates can have a significant impact on the cost of borrowing and can be an important factor for potential homebuyers to consider when making their decision. Overall, the total outstanding loan amount in Bexar County is a testament to the strength of the local housing market and the availability of financing options for homebuyers.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Bexar County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adkins | $18,834 | $45,506 | $92,265 | $156,937 | $264,746 |
| Atascosa | $9,182 | $26,607 | $64,224 | $128,634 | $202,473 |
| Boerne | $112,775 | $189,695 | $276,552 | $357,300 | $454,228 |
| Converse | $39,827 | $78,809 | $138,436 | $196,698 | $241,605 |
| Elmendorf | $8,954 | $17,944 | $53,283 | $120,715 | $175,310 |
| Helotes | $66,467 | $112,150 | $188,498 | $275,495 | $360,393 |
| Live Oak | $24,713 | $49,918 | $87,813 | $147,612 | $203,833 |
| Saint Hedwig | $65,540 | $176,917 | $207,908 | $258,088 | $354,581 |
| San Antonio | $27,093 | $59,361 | $124,437 | $204,523 | $291,865 |
| Schertz | $96,524 | $135,723 | $222,699 | $312,646 | $394,566 |
| Selma | $51,678 | $77,631 | $136,127 | $207,636 | $286,499 |
| Shavano Park | $76,371 | $177,790 | $324,878 | $502,948 | $769,736 |
| Somerset | $7,470 | $23,177 | $55,286 | $111,993 | $210,792 |
| Universal City | $33,430 | $65,328 | $117,049 | $184,737 | $254,648 |
| Von Ormy | $13,481 | $44,049 | $107,743 | $193,221 | $232,452 |
| Windcrest | $40,762 | $81,022 | $133,754 | $196,013 | $262,244 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Bexar County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adkins | 3.42% | 3.96% | 4.80% | 6.26% | 7.19% |
| Atascosa | 3.37% | 3.94% | 4.93% | 6.30% | 7.25% |
| Boerne | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.93% | 4.50% | 6.19% |
| Converse | 2.90% | 3.54% | 4.20% | 5.71% | 6.91% |
| Elmendorf | 3.10% | 3.85% | 4.55% | 6.09% | 6.96% |
| Helotes | 3.10% | 3.70% | 4.40% | 5.88% | 6.69% |
| Live Oak | 3.03% | 3.79% | 4.78% | 6.41% | 7.58% |
| Saint Hedwig | 2.80% | 2.90% | 3.45% | 4.50% | 6.34% |
| San Antonio | 3.00% | 3.66% | 4.40% | 6.11% | 7.18% |
| Schertz | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.94% | 4.50% | 5.65% |
| Selma | 3.05% | 3.68% | 4.30% | 5.93% | 6.75% |
| Shavano Park | 3.00% | 3.64% | 4.44% | 6.15% | 7.21% |
| Somerset | 3.02% | 3.79% | 5.25% | 6.91% | 7.92% |
| Universal City | 3.00% | 3.68% | 4.44% | 6.10% | 7.11% |
| Von Ormy | 2.80% | 3.48% | 4.20% | 5.81% | 6.97% |
| Windcrest | 3.05% | 3.70% | 4.49% | 6.15% | 7.17% |
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