Average Tax Assessment in Matagorda County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Matagorda County, Texas
Matagorda County has a total of 17,496 properties with a cumulative value of $2.2B. This accounts for 0.10% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Matagorda County totaled $35.3M, with an average property tax rate of 1.62%, lower than the state average of 1.69%. The average homeowner in Matagorda County pays $2,240 in property taxes, significantly lower than the state average of $4,015. Property values for tax purposes are determined by the local appraisal district.
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 | |
|---|---|
| Matagorda Appraisal District | (979) 244-2031 |
| 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 Matagorda County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Matagorda County
Matagorda County has an average property tax rate of 1.62%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.83%. This rate is expected to generate around $35.3 million in property taxes for the county in 2023. Property tax rates vary across the cities in Matagorda County, with Sargent having the highest effective property tax rate of 2.06%, while Blessing has the lowest effective property tax rate of 1.06%. This means that homeowners in Sargent will pay more in property taxes than those in Blessing. Despite the differences in rates, Matagorda County still has a lower overall property tax rate than the state average, making it an attractive option for homeowners looking to save on their property taxes.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Matagorda 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City | $16,100 | $53,830 | $114,970 | $181,150 | $256,240 |
| Blessing | $9,496 | $21,880 | $59,000 | $125,220 | $213,374 |
| Markham | $12,746 | $25,430 | $58,250 | $100,130 | $167,094 |
| Matagorda | $34,510 | $72,730 | $155,120 | $259,650 | $371,280 |
| Palacios | $12,440 | $42,490 | $77,830 | $154,302 | $247,989 |
| Sargent | $8,570 | $22,000 | $57,200 | $150,630 | $225,550 |
| Van Vleck | $10,356 | $35,905 | $80,660 | $161,150 | $240,402 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Matagorda County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City | $245 | $949 | $2,205 | $3,784 | $5,348 |
| Blessing | $113 | $294 | $739 | $1,602 | $2,684 |
| Markham | $101 | $352 | $784 | $1,415 | $2,100 |
| Matagorda | $567 | $1,228 | $2,674 | $4,324 | $6,422 |
| Palacios | $169 | $557 | $1,410 | $2,565 | $4,125 |
| Sargent | $177 | $485 | $1,338 | $3,494 | $5,145 |
| Van Vleck | $129 | $398 | $1,122 | $2,104 | $3,185 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City | 1.52% | 1.76% | 1.92% | 2.09% | 2.09% |
| Blessing | 1.19% | 1.34% | 1.25% | 1.28% | 1.26% |
| Markham | 0.79% | 1.38% | 1.35% | 1.41% | 1.26% |
| Matagorda | 1.64% | 1.69% | 1.72% | 1.67% | 1.73% |
| Palacios | 1.36% | 1.31% | 1.81% | 1.66% | 1.66% |
| Sargent | 2.07% | 2.20% | 2.34% | 2.32% | 2.28% |
| Van Vleck | 1.25% | 1.11% | 1.39% | 1.31% | 1.32% |
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Real Estate Values in Matagorda County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in Matagorda County, Texas decreased by 10.06% from October 2022 to October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in Matagorda County is cooling off, as the median home price decreased while the home inventory increased from 155 in October 2022 to 139 in October 2023. 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 Matagorda County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Matagorda County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Matagorda County
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Mortgage Rates in Matagorda County
Matagorda County has a total of $396.8 million in outstanding home mortgage loans, representing 3.2 thousand loans. This amount is equivalent to approximately 8.3% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in Matagorda County varies significantly across cities, with Palacios having the highest rate at 4.21% and Matagorda having the lowest rate at 3.73%. This variation in rates can be attributed to the different economic conditions in each city, as well as the availability of different loan products.
Overall, the mortgage market in Matagorda County is healthy, with a total of $396.8 million in outstanding loans and a median mortgage rate that is lower than the national average. Homeowners in the county have access to a variety of loan products, allowing them to find the best deal for their needs. As the economy continues to improve, it is likely that the mortgage market in Matagorda County will remain strong.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Matagorda County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City | $29,861 | $63,121 | $110,695 | $165,755 | $221,236 |
| Blessing | $16,869 | $40,697 | $78,797 | $134,424 | $197,016 |
| Markham | $18,528 | $41,607 | $68,498 | $111,138 | $154,073 |
| Matagorda | $30,346 | $85,966 | $154,485 | $215,255 | $288,825 |
| Palacios | $21,994 | $43,591 | $82,603 | $135,114 | $197,484 |
| Sargent | $10,690 | $30,662 | $65,096 | $139,527 | $221,104 |
| Van Vleck | $21,244 | $56,993 | $110,643 | $149,616 | $230,018 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Matagorda County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay City | 2.90% | 3.50% | 4.12% | 5.09% | 6.25% |
| Blessing | 2.81% | 3.34% | 3.92% | 4.62% | 6.12% |
| Markham | 2.86% | 3.29% | 3.97% | 4.62% | 6.25% |
| Matagorda | 2.80% | 3.10% | 3.73% | 4.50% | 6.18% |
| Palacios | 2.93% | 3.60% | 4.21% | 5.12% | 6.32% |
| Sargent | 2.90% | 3.32% | 3.98% | 4.62% | 5.73% |
| Van Vleck | 2.94% | 3.50% | 4.00% | 4.77% | 6.05% |
Housing Expenses in Matagorda County, Texas
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