Mills County, Texas Property Taxes

What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Mills County?

Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Mills 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 Mills County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.

Mills County's median effective rate stands at 1.23%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Mills County, the highest rate is found in Goldthwaite at 1.25%, while Zephyr has the lowest at 1.02%.

These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.

Property tax bills in Mills County are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. That means the bill depends not only on the home itself, but also on how local taxing authorities value it for tax purposes. A higher assessed value generally leads to a higher tax bill, while a lower assessed value can reduce what a homeowner owes.

For Mills County homeowners, the typical tax burden varies widely. The county’s median home price is $118,210, and tax bills range from $622 at the 25th percentile to $2,260 at the 75th percentile, with the 90th percentile reaching $3,559. The highest median tax bill is $1,666 in Brownwood, while the lowest median tax bill is $1,062 in Priddy. Compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400, property taxes in Mills County can be more manageable for some homeowners, but still significant depending on assessed value and location.