Average Tax Assessment in Polk County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in Polk County, Texas
Polk County has a total of 26,607 properties with a cumulative value of $2.9B, representing 0.14% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in Polk County totaled $50.3M, with the average homeowner paying $2,171 in property taxes, which is lower than the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in Polk County is 1.71%, slightly higher than the state average of 1.69%. Properties are valued for tax purposes based on their 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 | - |
| Polk Appraisal District | (936) 327-2174 |
| Polk Treasurer | (936) 327-6801 |
| Polk Assessor | (770) 749-2108 |
| 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 Polk County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in Polk County
Polk County has an average property tax rate of 1.71%, which is slightly lower than the national average of 1.89%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. On average, Polk County residents pay $2,171 in property taxes each year. However, the effective property tax rate varies across the cities in the county. Onalaska has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.86%, while Moscow has the lowest at 1.3%. This means that residents of Onalaska pay more in property taxes than those in Moscow. Overall, Polk County has a relatively low property tax rate compared to other counties in the state, making it an attractive option for those looking to purchase a home.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in Polk 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan | $9,780 | $28,476 | $57,694 | $104,028 | $180,282 |
| Goodrich | $6,341 | $20,546 | $54,032 | $99,971 | $159,823 |
| Livingston | $7,702 | $26,604 | $69,739 | $148,373 | $276,876 |
| Moscow | $9,719 | $28,040 | $55,300 | $108,669 | $201,982 |
| Onalaska | $7,050 | $20,479 | $56,500 | $127,202 | $256,303 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in Polk County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan | $169 | $487 | $1,123 | $1,938 | $3,002 |
| Goodrich | $131 | $376 | $1,055 | $1,930 | $3,015 |
| Livingston | $166 | $534 | $1,503 | $3,059 | $5,436 |
| Moscow | $155 | $415 | $911 | $1,894 | $3,248 |
| Onalaska | $166 | $459 | $1,300 | $2,808 | $5,561 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan | 1.73% | 1.71% | 1.95% | 1.86% | 1.67% |
| Goodrich | 2.07% | 1.83% | 1.95% | 1.93% | 1.89% |
| Livingston | 2.16% | 2.01% | 2.16% | 2.06% | 1.96% |
| Moscow | 1.59% | 1.48% | 1.65% | 1.74% | 1.61% |
| Onalaska | 2.35% | 2.24% | 2.30% | 2.21% | 2.17% |
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Real Estate Values in Polk County
The data from Redfin shows that home prices in Polk County, Texas have increased by 11.39% from October 2022 to October 2023. This is a significant increase in home prices in the area, indicating a strong housing market. At the same time, the home inventory in Polk County has decreased from 333 in October 2022 to 208 in October 2023, indicating a decrease in the availability of homes for sale. This could be due to a combination of factors, such as an increase in demand for homes in the area or a decrease in the number of homes being listed for sale. Overall, the data suggests that the housing market in Polk County is strong and that home prices are likely to continue to increase in the near future.
Average Home Value in Polk County, Texas
Last updated: November 2023
Percent Change in Total Home Sales in Polk County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in Polk County
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Mortgage Rates in Polk County
Mortgages in Polk County are a major factor in the local economy. According to recent statistics, there is a total of $527.6M in outstanding loan amounts across home mortgages in the county. This is equivalent to 3.7K outstanding loans, representing a significant portion of the total home value in the area. The median mortgage rate in Polk County varies across cities, with Moscow having the highest rate at 4%, while Onalaska has the lowest rate at 3.91%. This variation in rates across cities indicates that there is a wide range of options available to potential homebuyers in the area. Overall, mortgages in Polk County are an important part of the local economy, and the wide range of rates available provide potential homebuyers with a variety of options to choose from.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in Polk County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan | $14,426 | $34,286 | $76,173 | $150,692 | $239,726 |
| Goodrich | $16,933 | $43,367 | $89,449 | $136,408 | $187,206 |
| Livingston | $23,567 | $57,121 | $113,403 | $189,950 | $297,516 |
| Moscow | $38,881 | $87,511 | $123,419 | $194,342 | $231,331 |
| Onalaska | $27,477 | $53,223 | $109,482 | $172,818 | $282,480 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across Polk County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corrigan | 2.90% | 3.50% | 3.93% | 4.72% | 6.09% |
| Goodrich | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.94% | 4.70% | 6.07% |
| Livingston | 2.88% | 3.40% | 3.93% | 4.50% | 5.73% |
| Moscow | 2.90% | 3.26% | 4.00% | 4.52% | 5.82% |
| Onalaska | 2.90% | 3.42% | 3.91% | 4.50% | 5.72% |
Housing Expenses in Polk County, Texas
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