Average Tax Assessment in Medina County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Medina County, Texas
Medina County has 21,082 properties with a cumulative value of $3.3B, representing 0.16% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Medina County totaled $49.8M, with an average homeowner paying $2,411 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Medina County is 1.49%, lower 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 | |
|---|---|
| Medina Appraisal District | (830) 741-3035 |
| Medina Tax Office | (830) 741-6100 |
| TexasFile Clerk Records | - |
| Medina Auditor | (330) 725-9754 |
| 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 Medina County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Medina County
Medina County has an average property tax rate of 1.49%, which is slightly lower than the state average of 1.81%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average property tax bill in Medina County is $2,411, which is lower than the state average of $2,879.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in Medina County. La Coste has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.78%, while Helotes has the lowest effective property tax rate at 0.57%. This means that homeowners in La Coste will pay more in property taxes than homeowners in Helotes. However, the difference in rates is not significant enough to make a major impact on the overall property tax burden in Medina County.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Medina 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandera | $22,200 | $25,850 | $55,600 | $99,480 | $145,360 |
| Castroville | $35,628 | $75,100 | $170,000 | $308,900 | $467,952 |
| Devine | $25,012 | $53,705 | $99,190 | $163,195 | $247,656 |
| D Hanis | $15,004 | $41,410 | $87,360 | $176,110 | $298,086 |
| Helotes | $39,827 | $80,435 | $222,810 | $443,570 | $556,599 |
| Hondo | $19,155 | $42,870 | $93,540 | $177,592 | $273,362 |
| La Coste | $17,830 | $40,480 | $84,130 | $140,770 | $226,440 |
| Lytle | $22,934 | $44,310 | $89,455 | $218,175 | $315,547 |
| Mico | $55,061 | $136,745 | $318,185 | $433,695 | $524,116 |
| Natalia | $23,534 | $48,380 | $99,000 | $193,540 | $298,494 |
| Rio Medina | $57,161 | $116,588 | $222,185 | $301,150 | $392,218 |
| San Antonio | $76,266 | $135,890 | $219,060 | $272,340 | $351,076 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Medina County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandera | $0 | $234 | $479 | $1,104 | $2,253 |
| Castroville | $0 | $754 | $2,126 | $5,181 | $7,928 |
| Devine | $171 | $647 | $1,560 | $2,837 | $4,363 |
| D Hanis | $127 | $394 | $1,073 | $2,496 | $4,581 |
| Helotes | $0 | $265 | $884 | $2,677 | $3,523 |
| Hondo | $208 | $585 | $1,446 | $3,037 | $4,867 |
| La Coste | $147 | $700 | $1,484 | $2,875 | $4,573 |
| Lytle | $52 | $395 | $1,230 | $2,306 | $4,157 |
| Mico | $94 | $1,357 | $3,360 | $6,702 | $8,934 |
| Natalia | $65 | $496 | $1,341 | $2,880 | $5,328 |
| Rio Medina | $426 | $1,398 | $3,290 | $5,614 | $7,193 |
| San Antonio | $0 | $690 | $3,155 | $4,898 | $6,263 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandera | 0.00% | 0.91% | 0.86% | 1.11% | 1.55% |
| Castroville | 0.00% | 1.00% | 1.25% | 1.68% | 1.69% |
| Devine | 0.68% | 1.20% | 1.57% | 1.74% | 1.76% |
| D Hanis | 0.85% | 0.95% | 1.23% | 1.42% | 1.54% |
| Helotes | 0.00% | 0.33% | 0.40% | 0.60% | 0.63% |
| Hondo | 1.09% | 1.36% | 1.55% | 1.71% | 1.78% |
| La Coste | 0.82% | 1.73% | 1.76% | 2.04% | 2.02% |
| Lytle | 0.23% | 0.89% | 1.37% | 1.06% | 1.32% |
| Mico | 0.17% | 0.99% | 1.06% | 1.55% | 1.70% |
| Natalia | 0.28% | 1.03% | 1.35% | 1.49% | 1.78% |
| Rio Medina | 0.75% | 1.20% | 1.48% | 1.86% | 1.83% |
| San Antonio | 0.00% | 0.51% | 1.44% | 1.80% | 1.78% |
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Real Estate Values in Medina County
The median home price in Medina County, Texas has decreased by 12.26% from October 2022 to October 2023, from $400.0K to $350.9K. This decrease in home prices is accompanied by an increase in home inventory, from 269 in October 2022 to 308 in October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in Medina County is becoming more competitive, with more homes available for buyers to choose from.
Average Home Value in Medina County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Medina County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Medina County
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Mortgage Rates in Medina County
Medina County has a total of $4.8 billion in outstanding home mortgage loans. This represents an average of 5.5 thousand loans across the county. The median mortgage rate in Medina County varies significantly across cities, with the highest rate being 4.41% in Rio Medina and the lowest rate being 3.88% in San Antonio. This variation in rates can have a significant impact on the total amount of money that homeowners in Medina County will pay over the life of their loan.
Overall, the total outstanding loan amount in Medina County is a significant portion of the total home value in the county. This amount is likely to continue to grow as more people take out mortgages to purchase homes in the area. It is important for potential homebuyers to understand the differences in mortgage rates across cities in Medina County in order to make the best decision for their financial future.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Medina County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandera | $20,273 | $25,570 | $74,354 | $144,967 | $221,838 |
| Castroville | $41,493 | $94,206 | $197,871 | $345,091 | $431,970 |
| Devine | $22,183 | $48,186 | $102,257 | $173,908 | $259,450 |
| D Hanis | $33,661 | $49,510 | $104,795 | $150,428 | $332,155 |
| Helotes | $43,551 | $86,024 | $149,081 | $330,454 | $414,161 |
| Hondo | $21,442 | $56,313 | $115,112 | $190,483 | $275,839 |
| La Coste | $14,784 | $47,113 | $97,744 | $176,911 | $242,482 |
| Lytle | $29,961 | $90,868 | $163,219 | $243,847 | $313,229 |
| Mico | $37,668 | $94,365 | $226,662 | $349,934 | $449,032 |
| Natalia | $27,288 | $60,415 | $140,517 | $223,709 | $307,778 |
| Rio Medina | $46,814 | $115,805 | $193,991 | $259,030 | $383,815 |
| San Antonio | $56,948 | $122,742 | $177,503 | $234,759 | $285,075 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Medina County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandera | 2.80% | 3.44% | 3.92% | 4.50% | 5.24% |
| Castroville | 2.90% | 3.50% | 3.97% | 4.60% | 6.05% |
| Devine | 2.90% | 3.55% | 4.23% | 5.12% | 6.22% |
| D Hanis | 3.31% | 3.60% | 4.15% | 5.88% | 6.54% |
| Helotes | 3.42% | 3.72% | 4.34% | 5.17% | 6.26% |
| Hondo | 2.93% | 3.57% | 4.14% | 5.09% | 6.21% |
| La Coste | 2.96% | 3.62% | 4.28% | 5.41% | 6.21% |
| Lytle | 3.10% | 3.60% | 4.20% | 4.99% | 6.21% |
| Mico | 2.90% | 3.52% | 4.03% | 4.80% | 6.12% |
| Natalia | 2.93% | 3.51% | 4.10% | 4.82% | 6.09% |
| Rio Medina | 3.04% | 3.69% | 4.41% | 5.27% | 6.28% |
| San Antonio | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.88% | 4.50% | 5.62% |
Housing Expenses in Medina County, Texas
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