La Salle County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in La Salle County, Texas
Median La Salle County effective property tax rate: 2.07%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median La Salle County home value: $28,260
Median annual La Salle County tax bill: $491, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in La Salle County calculated?
Property taxes in La Salle 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 La Salle County or another part of La Salle County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
La Salle County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
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Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the La Salle County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this La Salle County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies La Salle County's median effective tax rate of 2.07% 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.
La Salle County's median tax rate is higher than the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%. The county's median property tax bill of $491 is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and lower than the Texas median by $1,909. For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across La Salle County.
Property Tax Rates Across La Salle County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across La Salle County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across La Salle 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 La Salle County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
La Salle County's median effective rate stands at 2.07%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within La Salle County, the highest rate is found in Cotulla at 2.08%, while Fowlerton has the lowest at 0.54%.
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 La Salle County Tax Rate
2.07%
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 Assessment Values Across La Salle County, Texas
When examining property taxes in La Salle 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 La Salle 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 La Salle 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 tax bill in La Salle County is $491, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills vary across the county, with Cotulla posting the highest median tax bill at $527 and Fowlerton the lowest at $148. Cotulla also has the highest median home price at $29,025.
Median La Salle County Market Value
$28,260
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Bills Across La Salle County, Texas
Property tax bills in La Salle County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is determined from the market value of the property, then multiplied by the applicable tax rate to calculate the bill. Factors such as location, property characteristics, and any exemptions can influence the final amount homeowners owe.
With a median home price of $28,260, many bills in the county remain relatively modest compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400. Still, costs can vary widely from one homeowner to another. The 25th percentile tax bill is $162, while the 75th percentile is $1,049, and the 90th percentile reaches $1,915.
This means homeowners with similar homes may still see very different tax bills depending on how their property is assessed and which taxing jurisdictions apply.
Median La Salle County Tax Bill
$491
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
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| La Salle Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.lasallecad.com |