Average Tax Assessment in Jefferson County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Jefferson County, Texas
Jefferson County has a total of 85,884 properties, with a cumulative value of $12.0B. This represents 0.56% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Jefferson County totaled $232.1M, with an average homeowner paying $2,705 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Jefferson County is 1.94%, higher than the state average of 1.69%. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the property, which is typically lower than the 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 | |
|---|---|
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Jefferson Clerk | (409) 835-8475 |
| Jefferson Treasurer | (303) 271-8330 |
| Jefferson Appraiser | (785) 403-0000 4 |
| 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 Jefferson County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Jefferson County
Jefferson County has an average property tax rate of 1.94%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 2.06%. This means that the average property tax bill in Jefferson County is $2,705, which is slightly lower than the state average of $2,811. However, property tax rates vary significantly across the cities in Jefferson County. Port Arthur has the highest effective property tax rate at 2.08%, while China has the lowest effective property tax rate at 0.5%. This means that the average property tax bill in Port Arthur is $3,067, while the average property tax bill in China is only $1,352. This shows that property taxes can vary significantly across the cities in Jefferson County, so it is important to research the property tax rates in each city before making a decision about where to live.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Jefferson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont | $26,355 | $45,352 | $100,036 | $179,792 | $273,518 |
| China | $8,080 | $26,515 | $79,416 | $126,261 | $191,583 |
| Groves | $72,923 | $99,712 | $129,778 | $168,601 | $219,940 |
| Hamshire | $11,316 | $26,579 | $100,338 | $207,693 | $283,670 |
| Nederland | $64,673 | $104,750 | $146,100 | $209,500 | $289,775 |
| Port Arthur | $33,022 | $50,164 | $74,696 | $115,410 | $194,349 |
| Port Neches | $79,589 | $113,718 | $171,819 | $239,555 | $311,001 |
| Winnie | $9,843 | $27,296 | $79,320 | $173,788 | $276,050 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Jefferson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont | $208 | $753 | $1,693 | $3,443 | $5,560 |
| China | $38 | $99 | $334 | $650 | $1,047 |
| Groves | $921 | $1,640 | $2,504 | $3,535 | $4,756 |
| Hamshire | $98 | $302 | $1,152 | $3,006 | $4,678 |
| Nederland | $670 | $1,649 | $2,637 | $3,969 | $5,756 |
| Port Arthur | $63 | $537 | $1,441 | $2,489 | $4,176 |
| Port Neches | $1,026 | $1,943 | $3,012 | $4,539 | $6,308 |
| Winnie | $95 | $304 | $1,005 | $2,484 | $3,916 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont | 0.79% | 1.66% | 1.69% | 1.91% | 2.03% |
| China | 0.47% | 0.37% | 0.42% | 0.51% | 0.55% |
| Groves | 1.26% | 1.64% | 1.93% | 2.10% | 2.16% |
| Hamshire | 0.87% | 1.14% | 1.15% | 1.45% | 1.65% |
| Nederland | 1.04% | 1.57% | 1.80% | 1.89% | 1.99% |
| Port Arthur | 0.19% | 1.07% | 1.93% | 2.16% | 2.15% |
| Port Neches | 1.29% | 1.71% | 1.75% | 1.89% | 2.03% |
| Winnie | 0.97% | 1.11% | 1.27% | 1.43% | 1.42% |
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Real Estate Values in Jefferson County
The median home price in Jefferson County, Texas has remained relatively stable from October 2022 to October 2023, with a slight decrease of 1.61%. However, the home inventory in Jefferson County has decreased by 6.1%, indicating that the demand for homes in the area is increasing. This suggests that home prices in Jefferson County may continue to rise in the future.
Average Home Value in Jefferson County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Jefferson County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Jefferson County
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Mortgage Rates in Jefferson County
Jefferson County has a total of $3.4 billion in outstanding home mortgage loans, with 26,300 loans in total. This represents a significant portion of the total home value in the county, and shows that homeowners are taking advantage of the current low interest rates to purchase or refinance their homes.
The median mortgage rate in Jefferson County varies significantly between cities, with Port Arthur having the highest median rate of 4.42%, and China having the lowest rate of 4.04%. This variation in rates across counties can be attributed to differences in local economic conditions, as well as the availability of lenders in each area. Homeowners in Jefferson County should shop around to find the best rate for their particular situation.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Jefferson County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont | $28,906 | $53,062 | $99,748 | $168,422 | $249,007 |
| China | $31,422 | $51,691 | $82,647 | $127,506 | $190,076 |
| Groves | $31,544 | $52,291 | $89,008 | $136,408 | $184,935 |
| Hamshire | $31,782 | $63,920 | $128,587 | $224,277 | $269,799 |
| Nederland | $35,840 | $63,722 | $109,875 | $162,013 | $219,567 |
| Port Arthur | $17,256 | $33,287 | $61,779 | $121,530 | $193,870 |
| Port Neches | $39,282 | $67,131 | $116,808 | $173,997 | $239,772 |
| Winnie | $25,002 | $40,993 | $96,479 | $166,104 | $267,222 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Jefferson County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont | 2.90% | 3.55% | 4.30% | 5.65% | 6.40% |
| China | 2.97% | 3.58% | 4.04% | 5.10% | 6.31% |
| Groves | 2.90% | 3.45% | 4.17% | 5.27% | 6.23% |
| Hamshire | 2.90% | 3.52% | 4.08% | 4.93% | 5.98% |
| Nederland | 2.90% | 3.48% | 4.16% | 5.25% | 6.30% |
| Port Arthur | 3.02% | 3.70% | 4.42% | 5.83% | 6.59% |
| Port Neches | 2.90% | 3.54% | 4.16% | 5.25% | 6.22% |
| Winnie | 3.09% | 3.70% | 4.17% | 5.16% | 6.24% |
Housing Expenses in Jefferson County, Texas
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