Average Tax Assessment in San Jacinto County
Real Estate Values and Property Tax Valuation in San Jacinto County, Texas
San Jacinto County has 21,169 properties with a cumulative value of $2.7B, representing 0.13% of all real estate value in Texas. Property taxes in San Jacinto County totaled $31.6M, with an average homeowner paying $1,571 in property taxes compared to the state average of $4,015. The average property tax rate in San Jacinto County is 1.18%, lower than the state average of 1.69%. Properties are typically 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 | |
|---|---|
| San Jacinto Appraisal District | (936) 653-1450 |
| San Jacinto Tax Office | (936) 653-3292 |
| 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 San Jacinto County
Residential Property Taxes by Cities in San Jacinto County
San Jacinto County has an average property tax rate of 1.18%, which is lower than the state average of 1.83%. This rate is applied to the assessed value of a property to calculate the amount of taxes due. The average San Jacinto County property tax bill is $1,571, which is lower than the state average of $2,879.
Property tax rates vary across the cities in San Jacinto County. Huntsville has the highest effective property tax rate at 1.6%, while Willis has the lowest effective property tax rate at 0.72%. This means that property owners in Huntsville will pay more in taxes than those in Willis. Property taxes are an important source of revenue for local governments, so it is important to understand the differences in rates across the county.
Tax Assessment Value
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of property assessment value in each city in San Jacinto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $17,442 | $43,940 | $91,160 | $159,610 | $280,344 |
| Coldspring | $9,330 | $28,890 | $93,360 | $206,420 | $381,510 |
| Huntsville | $5,047 | $28,132 | $67,635 | $150,875 | $300,687 |
| New Waverly | $10,000 | $28,572 | $72,220 | $195,352 | $364,291 |
| Oakhurst | $8,510 | $22,045 | $51,870 | $132,925 | $252,635 |
| Pointblank | $10,778 | $21,800 | $67,370 | $155,585 | $277,015 |
| Shepherd | $11,500 | $24,620 | $56,570 | $120,000 | $215,420 |
| Willis | $16,857 | $37,300 | $88,690 | $182,950 | $327,852 |
Property Tax Bill
This table shows the percentiles of actual property tax paid on residential properties for each city in San Jacinto County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $142 | $363 | $701 | $1,431 | $2,678 |
| Coldspring | $118 | $367 | $1,182 | $2,593 | $5,082 |
| Huntsville | $75 | $324 | $1,139 | $2,552 | $5,055 |
| New Waverly | $163 | $383 | $876 | $2,297 | $4,084 |
| Oakhurst | $121 | $284 | $687 | $1,568 | $2,898 |
| Pointblank | $150 | $275 | $824 | $1,981 | $3,757 |
| Shepherd | $145 | $364 | $792 | $1,798 | $3,100 |
| Willis | $120 | $293 | $668 | $1,342 | $2,464 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 0.81% | 0.83% | 0.77% | 0.90% | 0.96% |
| Coldspring | 1.26% | 1.27% | 1.27% | 1.26% | 1.33% |
| Huntsville | 1.49% | 1.15% | 1.68% | 1.69% | 1.68% |
| New Waverly | 1.63% | 1.34% | 1.21% | 1.18% | 1.12% |
| Oakhurst | 1.42% | 1.29% | 1.32% | 1.18% | 1.15% |
| Pointblank | 1.39% | 1.26% | 1.22% | 1.27% | 1.36% |
| Shepherd | 1.26% | 1.48% | 1.40% | 1.50% | 1.44% |
| Willis | 0.71% | 0.79% | 0.75% | 0.73% | 0.75% |
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Real Estate Values in San Jacinto County
The data from Redfin shows that the median home price in San Jacinto County, Texas has increased by 10.82% from October 2022 to October 2023. This indicates that the housing market in San Jacinto County is strong and that home prices are on the rise. Additionally, the data shows that the home inventory in San Jacinto County has decreased by 27.4%, indicating that there is a high demand for housing in the area. Overall, this data suggests that the housing market in San Jacinto County is healthy and that home prices are likely to continue to increase in the future.
Average Home Value in San Jacinto County, Texas
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Percent Change in Total Home Sales in San Jacinto County
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Percent Change in New Home Listings in San Jacinto County
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Mortgage Rates in San Jacinto County
San Jacinto County has a total of $434.6M in outstanding home mortgage loans, representing 3.2K loans. This amount is equivalent to approximately 10.5% of the total home value in the county. The median mortgage rate in San Jacinto County varies across cities, with Willis having the highest rate of 4.01%, and Huntsville having the lowest rate of 3.64%. This variation in rates is reflective of the different economic conditions in each city, and can be used to inform potential borrowers of the best option for their needs.
Overall, San Jacinto County has a significant amount of outstanding home mortgage loans, and the variation in rates across cities can be used to inform potential borrowers of the best option for their needs. It is important for borrowers to research and compare rates before making a decision, as this can have a significant impact on the total cost of the loan.
Outstanding Mortgages
The table below shows the percentile distribution of outstanding loans on residential properties in San Jacinto County by city.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $29,340 | $52,596 | $69,759 | $128,060 | $221,412 |
| Coldspring | $30,270 | $65,601 | $130,915 | $226,986 | $346,739 |
| Huntsville | $31,066 | $57,166 | $112,498 | $186,234 | $285,174 |
| New Waverly | $37,765 | $74,751 | $133,941 | $239,030 | $409,655 |
| Oakhurst | $13,515 | $27,114 | $89,595 | $153,068 | $249,693 |
| Pointblank | $17,808 | $46,951 | $99,545 | $165,029 | $275,239 |
| Shepherd | $18,118 | $44,357 | $92,946 | $153,125 | $225,495 |
| Willis | $17,067 | $37,370 | $101,217 | $192,957 | $307,453 |
Mortgage Rates
The following table shows the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile of mortgage rates in cities across San Jacinto County.
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 2.88% | 3.55% | 3.99% | 4.50% | 5.09% |
| Coldspring | 2.90% | 3.40% | 3.93% | 4.50% | 5.78% |
| Huntsville | 2.80% | 2.99% | 3.64% | 4.20% | 5.60% |
| New Waverly | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.87% | 4.37% | 5.64% |
| Oakhurst | 2.80% | 3.42% | 3.89% | 4.43% | 5.76% |
| Pointblank | 2.90% | 3.43% | 3.92% | 4.44% | 5.76% |
| Shepherd | 2.90% | 3.45% | 3.92% | 4.50% | 5.76% |
| Willis | 2.92% | 3.48% | 4.01% | 4.50% | 6.11% |
Housing Expenses in San Jacinto County, Texas
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