Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Big Wells, Texas
Median Big Wells, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.58%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Big Wells, Texas home value: $45,614
Median annual Big Wells, Texas tax bill: $622, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Dimmit calculated?
Property taxes in Big Wells, 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 Big Wells's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Big Wells, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.58%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$721
$669
How Does the Big Wells Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Big Wells property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Big Wells's median effective tax rate of 1.58% — based on actual property records in Dimmit 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 Big Wells'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 Big Wells: rates range from 1.58% in 78830 to 1.58% in 78830, 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 Big Wells.
About Big Wells Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Big Wells, Dimmit, Texas
Big Wells’s median effective property tax rate of 1.58% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Dimmit 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 Big Wells. Homeowners in ZIP code 78830 carry a median effective rate of 1.58%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.58%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Dimmit County. Understanding which part of Big Wells you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Big Wells 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 Big Wells, Dimmit 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 Big Wells'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 Big Wells Tax Rate
1.58%
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 Dimmit County Tax Rate
1.61%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78830 | 1.12% | 1.32% | 1.58% | 1.60% | 1.60% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Big Wells, 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 Dimmit 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 Dimmit County, assessment notices are sent in April 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 Big Wells.
For example, the median home price in Big Wells is $45,614, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 78830 has the highest median home price at $45,614.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$22,534
$47,150
$71,766
Median Big Wells Market Value
$45,614
Median Dimmit County Market Value
$55,545
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78830 | $3,688 | $15,800 | $45,614 | $69,188 | $98,780 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
Big Wells property tax bills are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. Local taxing authorities use that assessed value to determine how much a homeowner owes each year. The bill can vary depending on the home’s value, the tax rate in the area, and any exemptions that may reduce the taxable amount.
For homeowners in Big Wells, the median home price is $45,614, and the median property tax bill is $622. That is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills in the area can still differ widely, with the 25th percentile at $194 and the 75th percentile at $1,043. At the 90th percentile, the bill reaches $1,408, showing how higher-value homes or different assessments can lead to larger tax bills.
Median Big Wells Tax Bill
$622
Median Dimmit County Tax Bill
$872
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Big Wells, Dimmit County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78830 | $54 | $194 | $622 | $1,043 | $1,408 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Dimmit Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.dimmit-cad.org |