Brazoria County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Brazoria County, Texas
Median Brazoria County effective property tax rate: 1.52%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Brazoria County home value: $292,467
Median annual Brazoria County tax bill: $3,745, higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Brazoria County calculated?
Property taxes in Brazoria County 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 your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Brazoria County or another part of Brazoria County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Brazoria County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.52%
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$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
How Does the Brazoria County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Brazoria County property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Brazoria County's median effective tax rate of 1.52% — drawn from real transactions across the county — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the value the appraisal district assigns to your property, typically lower than market value after exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate (actual bills divided by market value), which accounts for typical exemptions and is more accurate than applying the statutory millage rate directly.
Note: your assessed value reflects any exemptions you currently have. Rates vary across Brazoria County — scroll down to explore city-level trends and find the rate specific to your area. Brazoria County’s median tax rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%, and the county’s median property tax bill of $3,745 is higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
If your estimate is higher than expected, Ownwell can protest your Brazoria County assessment. Customers in the area saved an average of $774 last year.
Property Tax Rates Across Brazoria County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Brazoria County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Brazoria County. Each year, the county estimates its budget for public services and divides that total by the assessed value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction.
Below, compare Brazoria County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Brazoria County's median effective rate stands at 1.52%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Brazoria County, the highest rate is found in Holiday Lakes at 2.65%, while Brazoria has the lowest at 0.92%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
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 Brazoria County Tax Rate
1.52%
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 Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Brazoria County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin | 0.31% | 0.71% | 1.49% | 1.88% | 2.49% |
| Angleton | 0.25% | 0.61% | 1.21% | 1.60% | 2.03% |
| Brazoria | 0.12% | 0.37% | 0.92% | 1.37% | 1.68% |
| Brookside Vl | 0.35% | 0.81% | 1.97% | 2.07% | 2.07% |
| Clute | 0.19% | 0.62% | 1.27% | 2.08% | 2.08% |
| Damon | 0.11% | 0.32% | 0.98% | 1.23% | 1.37% |
| Danbury | 0.36% | 0.66% | 1.17% | 1.69% | 2.12% |
| Freeport | 0.27% | 0.70% | 1.69% | 1.90% | 2.15% |
| Fresno | 0.86% | 1.87% | 1.87% | 1.89% | 2.39% |
| Friendswood | 0.42% | 0.80% | 1.11% | 1.52% | 1.67% |
| Guy | 0.11% | 0.49% | 1.23% | 1.23% | 1.23% |
| Holiday Lakes | 0.63% | 1.67% | 2.65% | 2.65% | 2.65% |
| Iowa Colony | 1.14% | 1.77% | 1.95% | 2.02% | 2.37% |
| Jones Creek | 0.19% | 0.43% | 1.12% | 2.02% | 2.02% |
| Lake Jackson | 0.40% | 0.71% | 1.18% | 1.53% | 1.94% |
| Liverpool | 0.13% | 0.38% | 1.20% | 1.85% | 1.97% |
| Manvel | 0.87% | 1.37% | 2.04% | 2.59% | 3.09% |
| Oyster Creek | 0.61% | 1.31% | 1.79% | 1.79% | 1.79% |
| Pearland | 0.58% | 1.22% | 1.62% | 2.02% | 2.22% |
| Richwood | 0.54% | 0.89% | 1.36% | 1.63% | 2.16% |
| Rosharon | 0.64% | 1.49% | 1.87% | 2.37% | 2.77% |
| Surfside | 1.84% | 1.90% | 1.90% | 1.90% | 1.90% |
| Sweeny | 0.21% | 0.53% | 1.01% | 1.68% | 2.29% |
| West Columbia | 0.33% | 0.60% | 1.10% | 1.40% | 1.98% |
| Baileys Prairie | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Call | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hilshire Village | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Houston | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mahwah | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Old Ocean | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Quintana | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sandy Point | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Santa Fe | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Surfside Beach | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
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Property Tax Assessment Values Across Brazoria County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Brazoria County, 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 Brazoria 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 Brazoria County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll 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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Brazoria County.
For example, the median tax bill in Brazoria County is $3,745, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Friendswood has the highest median home price at $507,755.
Median Brazoria County Market Value
$292,467
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Brazoria County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin | $31,234 | $125,600 | $235,975 | $320,290 | $411,236 |
| Angleton | $42,490 | $127,740 | $205,605 | $287,480 | $415,300 |
| Brazoria | $35,004 | $101,722 | $188,835 | $289,155 | $418,809 |
| Brookside Vl | $51,143 | $92,244 | $181,235 | $310,488 | $319,368 |
| Clute | $64,688 | $123,730 | $189,820 | $292,325 | $368,522 |
| Damon | $24,096 | $68,540 | $153,650 | $263,200 | $384,580 |
| Danbury | $87,064 | $161,130 | $230,040 | $297,195 | $411,946 |
| Freeport | $64,508 | $122,770 | $176,740 | $301,340 | $484,070 |
| Fresno | $12,740 | $24,500 | $46,460 | $223,655 | $260,130 |
| Friendswood | $123,181 | $368,422 | $507,755 | $683,290 | $953,827 |
| Guy | $13,886 | $27,000 | $60,310 | $110,560 | $162,904 |
| Holiday Lakes | $4,337 | $10,170 | $35,205 | $101,775 | $166,104 |
| Iowa Colony | $243,891 | $393,570 | $423,750 | $469,600 | $491,138 |
| Jones Creek | $70,940 | $137,590 | $203,170 | $269,026 | $317,927 |
| Lake Jackson | $163,674 | $209,548 | $266,420 | $345,580 | $439,886 |
| Liverpool | $37,234 | $92,280 | $172,140 | $290,150 | $397,808 |
| Manvel | $164,902 | $315,187 | $408,160 | $504,962 | $614,715 |
| Oyster Creek | $10,306 | $31,615 | $64,325 | $173,525 | $221,181 |
| Pearland | $217,515 | $289,750 | $351,560 | $434,148 | $528,845 |
| Richwood | $149,880 | $193,512 | $241,310 | $283,058 | $391,135 |
| Rosharon | $73,362 | $221,647 | $326,200 | $416,375 | $525,136 |
| Surfside | $182,970 | $221,505 | $428,260 | $468,285 | $614,984 |
| Sweeny | $46,290 | $114,295 | $193,710 | $283,565 | $383,052 |
| West Columbia | $88,209 | $157,718 | $236,335 | $322,628 | $390,056 |
| Baileys Prairie | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Call | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hilshire Village | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Houston | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mahwah | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Old Ocean | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Quintana | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sandy Point | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Santa Fe | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Surfside Beach | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Brazoria County, Texas
Property tax bills in Brazoria County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. When a home’s market value rises, the tax bill can increase, even if the homeowner’s income does not. With a median home price of $292,467, many homeowners face bills that vary widely depending on location and assessment accuracy. The county’s tax burden also differs by city, with the highest median tax bill reaching $8,247 in Iowa Colony and the lowest median tax bill at $366 in Guy.
For many homeowners, that means paying more than expected if the assessment is too high. Ownwell helps by reviewing property assessments, identifying potential savings, and filing appeals to challenge unfair valuations. By lowering an overstated assessed value, Ownwell can help reduce your property tax bill and keep more money in your pocket.
Median Brazoria County Tax Bill
$3,745
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Brazoria County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin | $261 | $857 | $2,459 | $4,733 | $6,848 |
| Angleton | $237 | $759 | $2,071 | $3,591 | $5,075 |
| Brazoria | $141 | $427 | $1,271 | $2,599 | $4,136 |
| Brookside Vl | $508 | $1,537 | $2,328 | $3,656 | $5,561 |
| Clute | $171 | $703 | $1,880 | $3,752 | $5,442 |
| Damon | $107 | $279 | $904 | $1,983 | $3,185 |
| Danbury | $506 | $1,201 | $2,430 | $3,899 | $5,678 |
| Freeport | $256 | $912 | $2,326 | $4,379 | $8,293 |
| Fresno | $250 | $445 | $891 | $2,278 | $5,327 |
| Friendswood | $1,076 | $2,618 | $4,944 | $7,722 | $13,256 |
| Guy | $75 | $154 | $366 | $905 | $1,603 |
| Holiday Lakes | $100 | $175 | $680 | $1,558 | $2,993 |
| Iowa Colony | $3,557 | $7,053 | $8,247 | $9,459 | $11,240 |
| Jones Creek | $333 | $674 | $1,565 | $3,090 | $4,350 |
| Lake Jackson | $911 | $1,790 | $3,086 | $4,415 | $5,844 |
| Liverpool | $161 | $445 | $1,424 | $3,005 | $4,711 |
| Manvel | $1,705 | $4,627 | $7,459 | $10,849 | $14,580 |
| Oyster Creek | $117 | $322 | $902 | $2,516 | $3,746 |
| Pearland | $1,297 | $3,455 | $5,565 | $7,510 | $9,744 |
| Richwood | $788 | $1,701 | $3,043 | $4,423 | $6,685 |
| Rosharon | $499 | $2,608 | $6,250 | $8,582 | $10,540 |
| Surfside | $3,471 | $4,197 | $8,022 | $8,439 | $11,666 |
| Sweeny | $225 | $658 | $1,674 | $2,963 | $4,356 |
| West Columbia | $428 | $1,058 | $2,292 | $3,632 | $4,847 |
| Baileys Prairie | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Call | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Hilshire Village | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Houston | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mahwah | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Old Ocean | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Quintana | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sandy Point | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Santa Fe | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Surfside Beach | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
Want to lower your Brazoria County property taxes?
How Can I Lower My Property Taxes in Brazoria County?
Looking to reduce your Brazoria County property taxes? Ownwell is the leading property tax appeal company serving Brazoria County. We specialize in helping property owners in the Pearland area and beyond lower their tax bills by working directly with the Brazoria County Appraisal District.
Through our tax monitoring service, we collect all necessary information to maximize your tax reductions. We navigate the complexities of the Brazoria County property tax appeal process and identify all available exemptions, so you don't have to.
Whether you are a homeowner, a real estate investor, or an asset manager, our local team at Ownwell has the expertise to assess your current property tax situation and find strategic opportunities for reducing your tax burden.
Property Tax Protests in Texas
Property tax protest in Brazoria County begins when a homeowner believes the assessed value of a property is too high. If the assessment does not reflect the market value, the owner can file an appeal with the Appraisal District before the deadline of May 15, 2026. The appeal asks for a review of the assessment and gives the homeowner a chance to show why the value should be reduced.
The process usually starts with gathering evidence, such as recent sales of similar homes, photos of property condition, or records that show issues affecting value. After the protest is filed, the case may be reviewed informally first. If it is not resolved there, the appeal can move to the board that listens to property tax disputes, where the homeowner can present the case and answer questions.
The board can decide to keep the assessment the same, lower it, or, in some cases, make other adjustments based on the evidence. A successful appeal may reduce the property tax bill, while an unsuccessful one leaves the assessment unchanged. Because Brazoria County has a higher property tax rate than the national median, many homeowners choose to review their assessments carefully each year.
Ownwell helps homeowners handle the appeal process from start to finish. That includes reviewing the assessment, identifying possible savings, preparing the evidence, and filing the protest on time. Ownwell also supports homeowners through the hearing process so they are better prepared to present a strong case. For many property owners, that guidance can make the difference between paying too much and securing a fair assessment.
Exemptions in Texas
What property tax exemptions are available in Brazoria County, Texas?
Brazoria County homeowners may qualify for several property tax exemptions that can reduce the taxable value of their home. The most important is the homestead exemption for a primary residence, which is designed for homeowners who live in the property as their main home. This exemption is often the first step in lowering a property tax bill, and it can also help protect part of a home’s value from taxation.
Other exemptions may be available for seniors, disabled homeowners, and veterans, along with exemptions for surviving spouses in qualifying situations. Each exemption has its own eligibility rules, so it is important to review them separately to make sure nothing is missed. A primary residence exemption is especially valuable because it applies to the home you actually live in, not a second home or investment property.
Homeowners usually apply through the local appraisal district by submitting the required exemption form and any supporting documents. Once approved, the exemption can remain in place as long as the homeowner continues to qualify.
Ownwell can help Brazoria County homeowners identify every exemption they may be eligible for, prepare the paperwork, and make sure the application is filed correctly so they can take full advantage of available property tax savings.
Available Exemptions
Senior
Disabled
Home Stead
Veteran
Solar/Wind
Non-Profit
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | January 31 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Brazoria Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.brazoriacad.org |