Average Tax Assessment in Donley County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Donley County, Texas
Donley County has 1,914 properties with a cumulative value of $110.1M, representing 0.005% of all real estate value in Texas. The average property tax rate in Donley County is 1.56%, lower than the state average of 1.69%. A total of $1.7M was collected in property taxes across these properties, with the average homeowner paying $914 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,015. Property values are determined by the local appraisal district for the purpose of taxation.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Donley Clerk | (806) 874-3436 |
| 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 Donley County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Donley County
Donley County has an average property tax rate of 1.56%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.83%. This rate applies to all properties in the county, regardless of location. However, the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. The city of Howardwick has the highest effective property tax rate in the county at 1.82%, while the city of Clarendon has the lowest effective property tax rate at 1.64%. This means that property owners in Howardwick will pay more in property taxes than those in Clarendon.
Overall, Donley County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state. However, property owners should be aware that the effective property tax rate can vary significantly from city to city. Those looking to purchase property in Donley County should research the effective property tax rate in the city they are considering to ensure they are getting the best deal.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Donley 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | $6,742 | $16,384 | $35,752 | $77,383 | $145,261 |
| Howardwick | $3,941 | $10,534 | $23,926 | $54,380 | $85,588 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Donley County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | $158 | $328 | $658 | $1,348 | $2,468 |
| Howardwick | $82 | $199 | $464 | $996 | $1,592 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | 2.34% | 2.00% | 1.84% | 1.74% | 1.70% |
| Howardwick | 2.08% | 1.89% | 1.94% | 1.83% | 1.86% |
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Real Estate Values in Donley County
The data from Redfin does not provide any information about the median home price in Donley County for October 2023 or October 2022. However, it does show that the home inventory in Donley County increased from 8 in October 2022 to 10 in October 2023. This suggests that the housing market in Donley County is becoming more competitive, which could lead to an increase in home prices.
Average Home Value in Donley County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Donley County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Donley County
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Mortgage Rates in Donley County
Donley County has a total of $19.2M in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents 220 loans, or approximately 0.3% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Donley County varies across cities, with Howardwick having the highest rate at 4.01% and Clarendon having the lowest rate at 3.92%. This variation in rates can be attributed to the different economic and housing market conditions in each city.
Overall, Donley County has a relatively low amount of outstanding home mortgage loans, and the rates vary across cities. This indicates that the housing market in Donley County is relatively stable and that there is a healthy competition among lenders. Homeowners in Donley County can benefit from this competition by shopping around for the best mortgage rate.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Donley County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | $20,177 | $44,987 | $67,044 | $130,774 | $188,361 |
| Howardwick | $28,530 | $47,344 | $62,875 | $113,245 | $169,231 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Donley County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | 2.90% | 3.14% | 3.92% | 4.50% | 6.05% |
| Howardwick | 2.90% | 3.60% | 4.01% | 4.40% | 4.95% |
Housing Expenses in Donley County, Texas
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