Texas
Hays County, Texas has a median effective property tax rate of 1.38% — below the Texas state average of 1.80%. For a home valued at $300,000, the estimated annual tax bill is $4,142 ($345/month). Rates vary by city within the county; browse the list below or use the calculator to estimate your bill.
Calculate your estimated property tax in Hays County, Texas
Annual Property Tax
$2,071
Monthly Property Tax
$173
* This is an estimate based on the median tax rate. Actual taxes may vary based on local assessments and exemptions.
Property tax rates in Hays County, Texas
1.119%
25% of properties pay this rate or less
1.381%
50% of properties pay this rate or less
1.510%
25% of properties pay more than this rate
These percentiles show the range of property tax rates. 25% of properties pay less than the low rate, 50% pay less than the median, and 75% pay less than the high rate.
The difference between the 25th and 75th percentiles is 0.391%, indicating the variation in property tax rates within this area. Use the median (50th percentile) for the most typical estimate.
State averages sourced from Tax Foundation 2024 data. National median: 1.07%.
Based on the median rate of 1.381%. Actual taxes depend on assessed value and local exemptions.
| Home Value | Annual Tax | Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $2,071 | $173/mo |
| $250,000 | $3,452 | $288/mo |
| $350,000 | $4,832 | $403/mo |
| $500,000 | $6,903 | $575/mo |
| $750,000 | $10,355 | $863/mo |
| $1,000,000 | $13,806 | $1,151/mo |
The median property tax rate across Hays County, Texas is 1.38%. Individual cities within the county may have slightly different rates. Use our calculator to estimate your property taxes.