Hext, Menard County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Hext, Texas
Median Hext, Texas effective property tax rate: 2.11%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Hext, Texas home value: $61,780
Median annual Hext, Texas tax bill: $1,161, $1,239 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Menard calculated?
Property taxes in Hext, 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 Hext's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hext, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Hext, Menard County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.11%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,304
$1,210
How Does the Hext Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hext property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and the calculator applies Hext's median effective tax rate of 2.11% — based on actual property records in Menard 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. The calculator applies Hext's median effective rate across local levies, giving a more accurate estimate than using a single county millage rate.
Hext's rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%, and the median tax bill is $1,161, which is $1,239 lower than the state median tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Hext.
About Hext Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hext, Menard, Texas
Hext’s median effective property tax rate of 2.11% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Menard 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 Hext. Homeowners in the 76848 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.11%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 2.11%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Menard County. Understanding which part of Hext you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hext homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Appraisal District before May 15, 2026.
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 Hext, Menard 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 Hext'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 Hext Tax Rate
2.11%
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 Menard County Tax Rate
2.65%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76848 | 0.99% | 2.11% | 2.11% | 2.14% | 2.14% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Hext, 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 Menard 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 Menard County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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 Hext is $61,780, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 76848 has the highest median home price at $61,780.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$58,815
$97,435
$136,055
Median Hext Market Value
$61,780
Median Menard County Market Value
$60,290
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76848 | $29,250 | $43,530 | $61,780 | $122,260 | $240,710 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
Property tax bills in Hext are based on the assessed value of a home, which local taxing authorities use to calculate what a homeowner owes each year. The bill is shaped by the market value of the property, the tax rate set by local jurisdictions, and any exemptions that may apply. When a home’s assessed value rises, the tax bill can increase as well, even if the homeowner has not made major changes to the property.
For Hext homeowners, the median home price is $61,780, and the median property tax bill is $1,161 in ZIP code 76848. That is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $816 and the 75th percentile at $2,449, while the 90th percentile reaches $4,595. This means property taxes can have a meaningful impact on household budgets, especially when assessed values or local rates change.
Median Hext Tax Bill
$1,161
Median Menard County Tax Bill
$1,380
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Hext, Menard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76848 | $498 | $816 | $1,161 | $2,449 | $4,595 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Menard Appraisal District | |
| Website | menardcad.org |