Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Elkhart, Texas
Median Elkhart, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.19%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Elkhart, Texas home value: $124,402
Median annual Elkhart, Texas tax bill: $1,414, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Anderson calculated?
Property taxes in Elkhart, Texas are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Elkhart's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Elkhart, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.19%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,480
$1,374
How Does the Elkhart Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Elkhart property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Elkhart's median effective tax rate of 1.19% — based on actual property records in Anderson County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Elkhart's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Elkhart: rates range from 1.19% in 75839 to 1.19% in 75839, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Elkhart.
About Elkhart Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in ELKHART, Anderson, Texas
ELKHART’s median effective property tax rate of 1.19% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Anderson County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across ELKHART. Homeowners in the 75839 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.19%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.19%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Anderson County. Understanding which part of ELKHART you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
ELKHART homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Appraisal District before the May 15, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Elkhart's effective property tax rate to other cities in Texas and the median property tax rates in Texas and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Elkhart Tax Rate
1.19%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Anderson County Tax Rate
1.45%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75839 | 0.54% | 0.96% | 1.19% | 1.42% | 1.70% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Elkhart, Texas, understanding the distinction between market value and assessed value is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Anderson County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices in Anderson County are sent in April each year. They typically reach your mailbox by the middle of April.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. The median home price in Elkhart is $124,402, and the median tax bill is $1,414, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and the national median property tax bill of $2,400. In zip code 75839, both the highest and lowest median home price and tax bill are $124,402 and $1,414.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$71,646
$126,759
$181,871
Median Elkhart Market Value
$124,402
Median Anderson County Market Value
$121,759
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75839 | $18,827 | $51,131 | $124,402 | $259,218 | $402,944 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
Property tax bills in Elkhart are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply the tax rate to that assessed value to determine the annual bill, so two homes with similar market values can still owe different amounts if their assessments differ. Factors such as the home’s characteristics, location, and any local tax rates all play a role in the final amount.
For homeowners, this means a property tax bill can change when a home is reassessed or when local tax rates shift. With a median home price of $124,402, the typical tax burden can vary widely, from $583 at the 25th percentile to $2,583 at the 75th percentile. The 90th percentile reaches $3,881, showing how much higher bills can climb for some homeowners in the area.
Median Elkhart Tax Bill
$1,414
Median Anderson County Tax Bill
$1,775
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Elkhart, Anderson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75839 | $193 | $583 | $1,414 | $2,583 | $3,881 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Anderson Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.andersoncad.net |