Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Cuero, Texas
Median Cuero, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.40%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Cuero, Texas home value: $131,770
Median annual Cuero, Texas tax bill: $1,647, $753 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in DeWitt calculated?
Property taxes in Cuero, 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 Cuero's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Cuero, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.4%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,845
$1,712
How Does the Cuero Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Cuero property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Cuero's median effective tax rate of 1.40% — based on actual property records in DeWitt 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 Cuero'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 Cuero: rates range from 1.40% in 77954 to 1.40% in 77954, 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 Cuero.
About Cuero Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Cuero, DeWitt, Texas
Cuero’s median effective property tax rate of 1.40% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the DeWitt County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local taxing units that affect bills across the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Cuero. Homeowners in ZIP code 77954 have a median effective rate of 1.40%, and the same ZIP also shows the lowest rate at 1.40%. That consistency means location within Cuero is less of a factor than in many other Texas cities, but your assessed value still plays a major role in what you owe.
Cuero 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 Cuero, Dewitt 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 Cuero'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 Cuero Tax Rate
1.40%
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 Dewitt County Tax Rate
1.24%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77954 | 0.75% | 1.04% | 1.40% | 1.76% | 1.96% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Cuero, 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 DeWitt 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 DeWitt County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 Cuero is $131,770, with a median tax bill of $1,647. The 25th percentile tax bill is $678, while the 75th percentile is $2,904 and the 90th percentile reaches $4,626. Zip code 77954 has both the highest median home price and the highest median tax bill.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$21,150
$101,170
$181,190
Median Cuero Market Value
$131,770
Median Dewitt County Market Value
$125,575
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77954 | $15,936 | $59,102 | $131,770 | $237,900 | $377,406 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
Property tax bills in Cuero are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities in DeWitt County. When a property’s market value is determined, that value is used to calculate the tax bill, which means homes with higher assessed values generally face higher taxes. The amount a homeowner owes depends on both the property’s value and the combined tax rates applied to it.
For Cuero homeowners, the median home price is $131,770, and the median property tax bill is $1,647. That is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, showing that many local homeowners pay less than the typical U.S. homeowner. Tax bills can still vary widely, though, with the 25th percentile at $678 and the 75th percentile at $2,904. At the 90th percentile, bills reach $4,626, which can create a significant burden for owners of higher-valued homes.
Median Cuero Tax Bill
$1,647
Median Dewitt County Tax Bill
$1,423
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Cuero, Dewitt County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77954 | $210 | $678 | $1,647 | $2,904 | $4,626 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
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| DeWitt Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.dewittcad.org |