Average Tax Assessment in Brazos County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Brazos County, Texas
Brazos County has a total of 62,433 properties with a cumulative value of $14.5B, representing 0.68% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Brazos County totaled $266.9M, with an average homeowner paying $4,375 in property taxes, which is higher than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Brazos County is 1.84%, which is higher than the state average of 1.69%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is determined by the local tax assessor.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Brazos Appraisal District | (979) 774-4100 |
| Brazos Clerk | (979) 361-4128 |
| 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 Brazos County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Brazos County
Brazos County has an average property tax rate of 1.84%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.86%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to determine the amount of taxes owed. The average property tax bill in Brazos County is $4,375, which is slightly lower than the state average of $4,547.
Property tax rates in Brazos County vary across the cities, with College Station having the highest effective property tax rate of 1.9%, and Navasota having the lowest effective property tax rate of 0.72%. This means that property owners in College Station will pay more in taxes than those in Navasota. Despite the differences in rates, the total property taxes collected in Brazos County in 2023 is estimated to be $266.9 million.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Brazos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | $24,337 | $76,894 | $151,828 | $227,663 | $348,028 |
| College Station | $99,478 | $179,540 | $235,609 | $326,399 | $487,165 |
| Hearne | $22,839 | $86,502 | $228,522 | $448,579 | $657,827 |
| Navasota | $11,254 | $56,885 | $143,970 | $300,670 | $690,661 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Brazos County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | $423 | $1,343 | $2,934 | $4,609 | $6,564 |
| College Station | $1,864 | $3,519 | $4,806 | $6,436 | $9,211 |
| Hearne | $174 | $603 | $1,794 | $3,603 | $6,765 |
| Navasota | $84 | $499 | $1,414 | $3,150 | $5,495 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | 1.74% | 1.75% | 1.93% | 2.02% | 1.89% |
| College Station | 1.87% | 1.96% | 2.04% | 1.97% | 1.89% |
| Hearne | 0.76% | 0.70% | 0.79% | 0.80% | 1.03% |
| Navasota | 0.75% | 0.88% | 0.98% | 1.05% | 0.80% |
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Real Estate Values in Brazos County
The median home price in Brazos County, Texas has increased by 1.56% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $319.9K to $324.9K. This is a positive trend for the housing market in Brazos County, as it indicates that home prices are increasing. However, the home inventory in Brazos County has decreased from 929 in October 2022 to 782 in October 2023, indicating that there is less housing available for sale. This could be due to a combination of factors, such as an increase in demand for housing or a decrease in the number of homes being listed for sale.
Average Home Value in Brazos County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Brazos County
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in New Home Listings in Brazos County
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Mortgage Rates in Brazos County
Brazos County has a total of $6.5 billion in outstanding home mortgage loans, representing 25.9 thousand individual loans. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and is indicative of the strong housing market in the area. The median mortgage rate in Brazos County varies across cities, with Navasota having the highest median rate at 4.12%, and Hearne having the lowest at 3.91%. This variation in rates allows borrowers to shop around for the best deal, and helps to ensure that the housing market remains competitive. Overall, Brazos County has a strong and vibrant housing market, with a large number of outstanding loans and a wide range of mortgage rates.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Brazos County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | $45,527 | $79,278 | $138,459 | $202,067 | $277,068 |
| College Station | $73,520 | $112,175 | $170,050 | $242,826 | $348,317 |
| Hearne | $15,653 | $41,494 | $144,207 | $230,122 | $350,100 |
| Navasota | $20,190 | $46,278 | $128,081 | $238,897 | $422,741 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Brazos County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan | 2.90% | 3.43% | 4.00% | 4.75% | 6.06% |
| College Station | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.93% | 4.53% | 5.81% |
| Hearne | 2.80% | 3.45% | 3.91% | 4.91% | 6.07% |
| Navasota | 2.98% | 3.60% | 4.12% | 5.11% | 6.23% |
Housing Expenses in Brazos County, Texas
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