Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Falfurrias, Texas
Median Falfurrias, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.82%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Falfurrias, Texas home value: $63,379
Median annual Falfurrias, Texas tax bill: $443, lower by $1,957 than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Jim Wells calculated?
Property taxes in Falfurrias, 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 Falfurrias's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Falfurrias, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Falfurrias Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Falfurrias property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Falfurrias's median effective tax rate of 0.82% — based on actual property records in Jim Wells 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 Falfurrias'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 Falfurrias: rates range by local taxing jurisdictions, 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 Falfurrias.
About Falfurrias Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Falfurrias, Jim Wells, Texas
Falfurrias’s median effective property tax rate of 0.82% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Jim Wells 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 Falfurrias. Homeowners in the highest ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.82%, while those in the lowest ZIP code pay 0.82%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Jim Wells County. Understanding which part of Falfurrias you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Falfurrias 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 Falfurrias, Jim Wells 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 Falfurrias'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 FalfurriasTax 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 Jim WellsCounty Tax Rate
1.28%
Median Effective TexasTax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78355 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Falfurrias, 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 Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells 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. The median home price in Falfurrias is $63,379, and the median tax bill is $443, far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Tax bills range from $112 at the 25th percentile to $1,417 at the 90th percentile.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$26,969
$58,101
$89,232
Median Falfurrias Market Value
$63,379
Median Jim Wells County Market Value
$57,849
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78355 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
How are property tax bills calculated in Falfurrias?
Property tax bills in Falfurrias are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by the county and other taxing authorities. When a property is valued, that assessed amount is multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the annual bill. A home’s market value, exemptions, and any local taxing districts can all affect the final amount a homeowner owes.
For Falfurrias homeowners, the median home price is $63,379, and property tax bills can vary widely depending on the property and its assessment. The 25th percentile tax bill is $112, while the 75th percentile is $753 and the 90th percentile reaches $1,417. That range shows how much tax bills can differ even within the same city.
Because property taxes are tied to assessed value, a higher assessment can lead to a larger bill, even if the home has not been sold.
Median Falfurrias Tax Bill
$443
Median Jim Wells County Tax Bill
$659
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Falfurrias, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78355 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 1 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Jim Wells Appraisal District | |
| Website | mytax.eztaxonline.net |