Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Premont, Texas
Median Premont, Texas effective property tax rate: 2.00%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Premont, Texas home value: $38,978
Median annual Premont, Texas tax bill: $530, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Jim Wells calculated?
Property taxes in Premont, 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 Premont's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Premont, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
2%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Premont Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Premont property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Premont's median effective tax rate of 2.00% — 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 Premont'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 Premont: rates range from 530 in 78375 to 530 in 78375, 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 Premont.
About Premont Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Premont, Jim Wells, Texas
Premont’s median effective property tax rate of 2.00% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher 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 can vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Premont. Homeowners in ZIP code 78375 carry a median effective rate of 2.00%, and the same ZIP also has the city’s median home price of $38,978 and median tax bill of $530. Understanding how local assessments are set can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Premont 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 Premont, 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 Premont'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 Premont Tax Rate
2.00%
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 Wells County Tax Rate
1.28%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78375 | 0.53% | 0.92% | 2.00% | 2.52% | 2.52% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Premont, 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 the month when notices are sent.
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 Premont is $38,978, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 78375 has the highest median home price at $38,978.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$26,969
$58,101
$89,232
Median Premont Market Value
$38,978
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 Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78375 | $5,745 | $17,332 | $38,978 | $66,514 | $104,869 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
Property tax bills in Premont are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities in Jim Wells County. The assessed value is compared with the market value of the property, and that value is then multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the bill. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a higher property tax bill, even if the home has not been sold.
In Premont, the median home price is $38,978, and the median property tax bill is $530. That figure is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Property taxes can still vary widely from one homeowner to another, with bills ranging from $203 at the 25th percentile to $1,616 at the 90th percentile.
Median Premont Tax Bill
$530
Median Jim Wells County Tax Bill
$659
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Premont, Jim Wells County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78375 | $68 | $203 | $530 | $978 | $1,616 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| 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 |