Gregg County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Gregg County, Texas
Median Gregg County effective property tax rate: 0.82%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Gregg County home value: $187,550
Median annual Gregg County tax bill: $1,406, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Gregg County calculated?
Property taxes in Gregg 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.
Why is the tax bill in Gregg County lower than the national median? The median annual tax bill is $1,406, which is below the national median of $2,400.
How does Gregg County compare to Texas? Gregg County’s effective property tax rate of 0.82% is lower than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%.
Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Gregg County or another part of Gregg County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Gregg County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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How Does the Gregg County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Gregg County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and the calculator applies Gregg County's median effective tax rate of 0.82% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the appraisal district assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. The 0.82% median effective rate in Gregg County is lower than the 1.48% state median tax rate and below the 1.02% national median property tax rate.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Gregg County's median property tax bill of $1,406 is lower than the state median by $994 and below the $2,400 national median property tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Gregg County.
Property Tax Rates Across Gregg County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Gregg County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Gregg 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 Gregg County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Gregg County's median effective rate stands at 0.82%, which is lower than the national median of 1.02%. Within Gregg County, the highest rate is found in Kilgore at 1.05%, while Gladewater has the lowest at 0.76%.
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 Gregg County Tax Rate
0.82%
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 Gregg County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmer | 0.20% | 0.63% | 0.87% | 1.06% | 1.38% |
| Gladewater | 0.28% | 0.46% | 0.76% | 1.01% | 1.25% |
| Kilgore | 0.27% | 0.51% | 1.05% | 1.71% | 2.12% |
| Longview | 0.29% | 0.53% | 0.80% | 1.52% | 1.89% |
| White Oak | 0.45% | 0.58% | 0.92% | 1.69% | 2.18% |
| Easton | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tatum | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Gregg County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Gregg 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 Gregg 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 Gregg 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. The median tax bill in Gregg County is $1,406, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills vary widely across the county, from $855 in Gladewater to $3,105 in Gilmer, where the median home price is $355,830.
Median Gregg County Market Value
$187,550
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Gregg County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmer | $129,979 | $276,750 | $355,830 | $444,468 | $584,679 |
| Gladewater | $32,438 | $63,735 | $141,660 | $240,792 | $338,554 |
| Kilgore | $16,500 | $55,450 | $140,790 | $249,605 | $351,632 |
| Longview | $59,409 | $114,508 | $194,440 | $273,528 | $394,321 |
| White Oak | $75,081 | $159,225 | $221,490 | $288,540 | $379,967 |
| Easton | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tatum | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Gregg County, Texas
Property tax bills in Gregg County 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 bill depends on both how much the home is worth and the tax rates set by local taxing authorities. For a county with a median home price of $187,550, even modest changes in assessed value can affect the final bill.
Homeowners in Gregg County see a wide range of property tax bills. The 25th percentile is $665, while the 75th percentile is $2,626 and the 90th percentile reaches $4,394. The highest median tax bill is $3,105 in Gilmer, while the lowest median tax bill is $855 in Gladewater.
These differences show how property taxes can vary across the county and why homeowners should pay close attention to their assessed value and local tax rates.
Median Gregg County Tax Bill
$1,406
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Gregg County, Texas
| City | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmer | $179 | $1,439 | $3,105 | $4,400 | $6,057 |
| Gladewater | $183 | $455 | $855 | $1,586 | $2,500 |
| Kilgore | $141 | $436 | $1,133 | $2,316 | $3,990 |
| Longview | $339 | $732 | $1,477 | $2,730 | $4,512 |
| White Oak | $487 | $1,099 | $1,963 | $3,606 | $5,323 |
| Easton | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Tatum | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
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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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| Gregg Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.gcad.org |