Kenedy County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Kenedy County, Texas
Median Kenedy County effective property tax rate: 1.39%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Kenedy County home value: $26,250
Median annual Kenedy County tax bill: $357, $2,043 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Kenedy County calculated?
Property taxes in Kenedy 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.
Understanding your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Kenedy County or another part of Kenedy County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Kenedy County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.39%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Kenedy County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Kenedy County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Kenedy County's median effective tax rate of 1.39% 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. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Kenedy County's median effective tax rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%, while the median tax bill is $357, which is lower than the Texas median tax bill by $2,043 and below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Kenedy County.
Property Tax Rates Across Kenedy County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Kenedy County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Kenedy 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 Kenedy County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Kenedy County's median effective rate stands at 1.39%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Kenedy County, the highest rate is found in ARMSTRONG at 1.39%, while SARITA has the lowest at 1.39%.
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 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 Kenedy County Tax Rate
1.39%
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 Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Kenedy County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 are sent in the spring each year and 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 tax bill in Kenedy County is $357, which is far below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills range significantly across the county, with Armstrong at $1,811 and Sarita at $333.
Median Kenedy County Market Value
$26,250
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Bills Across Kenedy County, Texas
Property tax bills in Kenedy County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The county’s median home price is $26,250, which helps explain why many bills are relatively low compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
A homeowner’s bill is determined by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable tax rate, then applying any exemptions or local adjustments. In Kenedy County, tax bills vary widely: the 25th percentile is $141, the 75th percentile is $637, and the 90th percentile reaches $1,440. That spread shows how much location, property value, and taxing jurisdictions can affect what a homeowner owes.
Bills can be especially different from one city to another, with the highest median tax bill in Armstrong at $1,811 and the lowest in Sarita at $333. For homeowners, this means property taxes can have a meaningful impact on annual housing costs, even within the same county.
Median Kenedy County Tax Bill
$357
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
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| Kenedy Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.kenedycad.org |