Groom, Carson County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Groom, Texas
Median Groom, Texas effective property tax rate: 2.48%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Groom, Texas home value: $90,080
Median annual Groom, Texas tax bill: $2,018, $382 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Carson calculated?
Property taxes in Groom, 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 Groom's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Groom, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Groom, Carson County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.48%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,234
$2,073
How Does the Groom Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Groom property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Groom's median effective tax rate of 2.48% — based on actual property records in Carson 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 Groom'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 Groom: rates range from 2.48% in 79039 to 2.48% in 79039, 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 Groom.
About Groom Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Groom, Carson, Texas
Groom’s median effective property tax rate of 2.48% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Carson County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Groom. Homeowners in the 79039 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.48%, while those in the same ZIP code also pay 2.48%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Carson County. Understanding which part of Groom you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Groom 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 Groom, Carson 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 Groom'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 Groom Tax Rate
2.48%
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 Carson County Tax Rate
1.71%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79039 | 1.49% | 1.98% | 2.48% | 2.70% | 2.70% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Groom, 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 Carson 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 Carson County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
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. For example, the median home price in Groom is $90,080, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 79039 has the highest median home price at $90,080.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$30,880
$108,860
$186,840
Median Groom Market Value
$90,080
Median Carson County Market Value
$109,410
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79039 | $11,052 | $34,105 | $90,080 | $138,610 | $216,626 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
Property tax bills in Groom are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. That means the tax bill depends on how much the home is worth, along with any exemptions or local taxing jurisdictions that apply. For homeowners, a higher assessed value usually means a higher bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what is owed.
With a median home price of $90,080, property taxes can still vary widely from one homeowner to another. The 25th percentile tax bill is $688, while the 75th percentile tax bill is $3,057 and the 90th percentile tax bill is $4,221. The median tax bill in the area is $2,018, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. These differences show how local assessments and tax rates can affect homeowners in very different ways, even within the same city.
Median Groom Tax Bill
$2,018
Median Carson County Tax Bill
$1,908
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Groom, Carson County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79039 | $225 | $688 | $2,018 | $3,057 | $4,221 |
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 | |
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| Carson Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.carsoncad.org |