Average Tax Assessment in Burleson County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Burleson County, Texas
Burleson County has a total of 9,371 properties with a cumulative value of $1.3B. This accounts for 0.06% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Burleson County totaled $13.1M, with an average homeowner paying $1,701 in property taxes, which is significantly lower than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Burleson County is 0.99%, while the state average is 1.69%. Properties are typically valued for tax purposes based on their estimated market value.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Burleson Appraisal District | (979) 567-2318 |
| Burleson Tax Office | (979) 567-2326 |
| 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 Burleson County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Burleson County
Burleson County has an average property tax rate of 0.99%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.04%. Property taxes in Burleson County are collected by the county and distributed to the cities and school districts within the county. The average property tax bill in Burleson County is $1,701.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in Burleson County. The city with the highest effective property tax rate is Somerville, at 1.11%, while the city with the lowest effective property tax rate is Caldwell, at 0.95%. These rates are still lower than the state average, but they are higher than the county average. Property taxes are an important source of revenue for local governments, and it is important to understand the differences in rates across the county.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Burleson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | $19,185 | $44,797 | $101,657 | $208,134 | $358,026 |
| Snook | $8,494 | $28,197 | $81,408 | $161,940 | $297,837 |
| Somerville | $14,680 | $31,244 | $65,891 | $119,174 | $210,756 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Burleson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | $180 | $490 | $1,331 | $2,700 | $4,470 |
| Snook | $150 | $524 | $1,179 | $2,326 | $4,224 |
| Somerville | $167 | $384 | $922 | $1,832 | $3,064 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | 0.94% | 1.09% | 1.31% | 1.30% | 1.25% |
| Snook | 1.77% | 1.86% | 1.45% | 1.44% | 1.42% |
| Somerville | 1.14% | 1.23% | 1.40% | 1.54% | 1.45% |
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Real Estate Values in Burleson County
The median home price in Burleson County, Texas decreased by 13.34% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $296.0K to $256.5K. Home inventory in Burleson County also increased slightly from 83 in October 2022 to 84 in October 2023. This suggests that the housing market in Burleson County is cooling off, with fewer buyers and more sellers. This trend is consistent with the overall trend in Texas, where home prices have been decreasing since the beginning of 2021.
Average Home Value in Burleson County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Burleson County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Burleson County
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Mortgage Rates in Burleson County
Burleson County has a total outstanding loan amount of $175.4M across all home mortgages. This represents 1.3K outstanding loans in the county, which is a significant portion of the total home value. The median mortgage rate in Burleson County varies across cities, with Snook having the highest rate at 4.27%, and Somerville having the lowest rate at 4.02%. This variation in rates across cities provides potential borrowers with the opportunity to find the best rate for their needs.
Overall, Burleson County has a significant amount of outstanding loans, representing a large portion of the total home value. The variation in rates across cities provides potential borrowers with the opportunity to find the best rate for their needs. This makes Burleson County an attractive option for those looking to purchase a home.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Burleson County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | $25,454 | $52,413 | $113,380 | $184,978 | $271,528 |
| Snook | $16,880 | $47,237 | $86,906 | $153,562 | $262,761 |
| Somerville | $25,011 | $47,957 | $87,142 | $137,877 | $212,043 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Burleson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell | 2.91% | 3.50% | 4.07% | 4.80% | 6.11% |
| Snook | 2.88% | 3.61% | 4.27% | 5.13% | 6.30% |
| Somerville | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.02% | 4.74% | 6.03% |
Housing Expenses in Burleson County, Texas
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