Average Tax Assessment in Chambers County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Chambers County, Texas
Chambers County has a total of 17,054 properties with a cumulative value of $3.6B, representing 0.17% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Chambers County totaled $33.3M, with an average homeowner paying $1,966 in property taxes, which is significantly lower than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Chambers County is 0.94%, while the state average is 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 | |
|---|---|
| Chambers Clerk | (409) 267-2418 |
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Chambers Revenue Commission | (334) 864-4388 |
| 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 Chambers County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Chambers County
Chambers County has an average property tax rate of 0.94%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.04%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. Property taxes in Chambers County are collected by the county and distributed to the cities and other local entities.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in Chambers County. Anahuac has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.93%, while Old River Winfree has the lowest effective property tax rate at 0.4%. The average property tax bill in Chambers County is $1,966, which is slightly lower than the state average of $2,092. Property taxes are an important source of revenue for local governments in Chambers County, and the rates are set to ensure that the county can provide essential services to its citizens.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Chambers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anahuac | $13,601 | $40,905 | $105,225 | $183,128 | $270,685 |
| Baytown | $60,500 | $172,318 | $245,015 | $331,775 | $422,645 |
| Beach City | $85,612 | $172,825 | $312,705 | $411,068 | $548,899 |
| Cove | $17,860 | $114,680 | $189,280 | $280,810 | $359,260 |
| Dayton | $174,119 | $225,808 | $305,190 | $357,680 | $397,850 |
| Hankamer | $12,284 | $26,410 | $72,140 | $148,580 | $229,886 |
| Old River Winfree | $8,858 | $20,975 | $51,700 | $183,435 | $242,650 |
| Stowell | $9,898 | $23,160 | $67,450 | $128,315 | $215,352 |
| Wallisville | $14,956 | $39,880 | $121,920 | $235,635 | $336,046 |
| Winnie | $13,358 | $32,575 | $95,810 | $173,740 | $248,556 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Chambers County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anahuac | $218 | $638 | $1,758 | $3,588 | $5,941 |
| Baytown | $401 | $938 | $1,602 | $2,802 | $4,152 |
| Beach City | $232 | $591 | $1,135 | $1,809 | $3,266 |
| Cove | $84 | $318 | $943 | $1,240 | $2,680 |
| Dayton | $410 | $1,217 | $2,152 | $2,880 | $3,415 |
| Hankamer | $167 | $489 | $1,193 | $2,579 | $4,330 |
| Old River Winfree | $41 | $99 | $227 | $687 | $1,036 |
| Stowell | $127 | $324 | $850 | $1,826 | $3,345 |
| Wallisville | $258 | $721 | $1,751 | $4,292 | $6,731 |
| Winnie | $183 | $479 | $1,183 | $2,386 | $3,731 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anahuac | 1.60% | 1.56% | 1.67% | 1.96% | 2.19% |
| Baytown | 0.66% | 0.54% | 0.65% | 0.84% | 0.98% |
| Beach City | 0.27% | 0.34% | 0.36% | 0.44% | 0.60% |
| Cove | 0.47% | 0.28% | 0.50% | 0.44% | 0.75% |
| Dayton | 0.24% | 0.54% | 0.71% | 0.81% | 0.86% |
| Hankamer | 1.36% | 1.85% | 1.65% | 1.74% | 1.88% |
| Old River Winfree | 0.46% | 0.47% | 0.44% | 0.37% | 0.43% |
| Stowell | 1.28% | 1.40% | 1.26% | 1.42% | 1.55% |
| Wallisville | 1.73% | 1.81% | 1.44% | 1.82% | 2.00% |
| Winnie | 1.37% | 1.47% | 1.23% | 1.37% | 1.50% |
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Real Estate Values in Chambers County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in Chambers County, Texas has decreased by 13.69% from October 2022 to October 2023. This decrease in home prices is likely due to the decrease in home inventory, which has dropped from 375 in October 2022 to 194 in October 2023. This suggests that the housing market in Chambers County is becoming more competitive, as there are fewer homes available for sale. This could lead to further decreases in home prices in the future.
Average Home Value in Chambers County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Chambers County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Chambers County
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Mortgage Rates in Chambers County
Mortgages in Chambers County are a major part of the local economy. There is a total of $12.6 billion in outstanding loans across the county, with an average of 7.5 thousand loans outstanding. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the area. The median mortgage rate in Chambers County varies across cities, with Wallisville having the highest rate at 4.46%, and Stowell having the lowest rate at 3.83%. This variation in rates can make a significant difference in the amount of money a homeowner pays over the life of their loan. With such a large amount of outstanding loans, it is important for homeowners to shop around and compare rates to ensure they are getting the best deal possible.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Chambers County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anahuac | $39,580 | $80,261 | $151,497 | $225,443 | $285,640 |
| Baytown | $85,109 | $130,363 | $192,818 | $258,254 | $328,597 |
| Beach City | $84,058 | $146,488 | $233,408 | $349,290 | $455,103 |
| Cove | $94,326 | $142,265 | $174,743 | $200,715 | $268,983 |
| Dayton | $109,446 | $166,004 | $240,380 | $292,958 | $342,855 |
| Hankamer | $22,823 | $56,154 | $107,897 | $160,548 | $234,106 |
| Old River Winfree | $31,718 | $60,520 | $107,226 | $159,566 | $229,927 |
| Stowell | $20,786 | $46,678 | $104,139 | $163,536 | $226,400 |
| Wallisville | $51,135 | $88,393 | $125,780 | $194,790 | $295,992 |
| Winnie | $33,081 | $65,632 | $113,421 | $179,235 | $251,100 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Chambers County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anahuac | 2.80% | 3.10% | 3.87% | 4.53% | 5.72% |
| Baytown | 2.90% | 3.48% | 4.01% | 4.70% | 5.89% |
| Beach City | 2.90% | 3.43% | 3.98% | 4.50% | 5.49% |
| Cove | 2.96% | 3.70% | 3.97% | 4.75% | 5.50% |
| Dayton | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.83% | 4.25% | 4.80% |
| Hankamer | 3.06% | 3.56% | 4.20% | 4.75% | 5.78% |
| Old River Winfree | 2.90% | 3.53% | 4.10% | 4.87% | 6.24% |
| Stowell | 2.80% | 3.49% | 3.83% | 4.28% | 5.23% |
| Wallisville | 3.21% | 3.77% | 4.46% | 5.20% | 6.26% |
| Winnie | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.98% | 4.91% | 6.07% |
Housing Expenses in Chambers County, Texas
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