Chilton, Falls County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Chilton, Texas
Median Chilton, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.59%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Chilton, Texas home value: $97,090
Median annual Chilton, Texas tax bill: $1,282, $1,118 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Falls calculated?
Property taxes in Chilton, 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 Chilton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Chilton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Chilton, Falls County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.59%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,544
$1,433
How Does the Chilton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Chilton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Chilton's median effective tax rate of 1.59% — based on actual property records in Falls 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 Chilton'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 Chilton: rates range from 1.59% in 76632 to 1.59% in 76632, 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 Chilton.
About Chilton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Chilton, Falls, Texas
Chilton’s median effective property tax rate of 1.59% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Falls 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 Chilton. Homeowners in the 76632 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.59%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.59%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Falls County. Understanding where you live in Chilton can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Chilton homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Appraisal District before May 15, 2026.
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 Chilton, Falls 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 Chilton'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 Ă· 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 Chilton Tax Rate
1.59%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill Ă· 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 Falls County Tax Rate
1.83%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76632 | 0.66% | 1.13% | 1.59% | 1.83% | 1.83% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Chilton, 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 Falls 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 Falls 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. 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 Chilton.
For example, the median home price in Chilton is $97,090, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 76632 has the highest median home price at $97,090.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$50,935
$181,293
$311,650
Median Chilton Market Value
$97,090
Median Falls County Market Value
$95,780
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76632 | $19,270 | $50,020 | $97,090 | $178,950 | $333,730 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
Property tax bills in Chilton are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Falls County and other taxing authorities. When a property’s market value changes, the assessed value can change as well, which can affect the final bill homeowners receive. For a home with a median market value of $97,090, the tax bill reflects how that value is taxed under local rules.
Homeowners in Chilton may see a wide range in property tax bills depending on location, exemptions, and the assessed value of their property. The 25th percentile tax bill is $666, while the 75th percentile is $2,186 and the 90th percentile is $3,893. The median tax bill in ZIP code 76632 is $1,282.
Because property taxes are tied to both value and tax rates, even small changes in assessment can influence what homeowners owe each year.
Median Chilton Tax Bill
$1,282
Median Falls County Tax Bill
$1,688
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Chilton, Falls County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76632 | $271 | $666 | $1,282 | $2,186 | $3,893 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Falls Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.fallscad.net |