Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Sheffield, Texas
Median Sheffield, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.92%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Sheffield, Texas home value: $34,240
Median annual Sheffield, Texas tax bill: $615, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Pecos calculated?
Property taxes in Sheffield, 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 Sheffield's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Sheffield, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.92%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$657
$610
How Does the Sheffield Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Sheffield property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Sheffield's median effective tax rate of 1.92% — based on actual property records in Pecos 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 Sheffield's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Sheffield's median effective tax rate is higher than Texas's 1.48% median rate, while the median property tax bill is $615, which is $1,785 lower than the state median bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Sheffield.
About Sheffield Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Sheffield, Pecos, Texas
Sheffield’s median effective property tax rate of 1.92% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Pecos 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 Sheffield. Homeowners in the 79781 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.92%, while those in the same ZIP code pay 1.92%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Pecos County. Understanding which part of Sheffield you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Sheffield 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 Sheffield, Pecos 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 Sheffield'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 Sheffield Tax Rate
1.92%
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 Pecos County Tax Rate
2.19%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79781 | 1.42% | 1.85% | 1.92% | 1.92% | 1.92% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Sheffield, 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 Pecos 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 Pecos County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of April.
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. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Sheffield.
For example, the median home price in Sheffield is $34,240, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 79781 has the highest median home price at $34,240.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$34,240
$79,575
$124,910
Median Sheffield Market Value
$34,240
Median Pecos County Market Value
$102,570
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79781 | $3,800 | $11,520 | $34,240 | $86,290 | $137,888 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
Sheffield property tax bills are calculated by applying the local tax rate to the assessed value of a home, which is based on the market value set by the taxing authorities. The assessed value is the starting point, and the final bill depends on how that value is set and whether any exemptions apply. For homeowners in Sheffield, the median home price is $34,240, which helps explain why tax bills can vary widely even within the same area.
What a homeowner pays can also be influenced by location within Pecos County and by how the property is classified for tax purposes. In Sheffield, the tax bill at the 25th percentile is $208, while the 75th percentile reaches $1,437 and the 90th percentile is $2,137. The median tax bill is $615.00, which is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. For homeowners, that means a lower bill can ease annual housing costs, while a higher assessed value can raise the amount due.
Median Sheffield Tax Bill
$615
Median Pecos County Tax Bill
$1,979
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Sheffield, Pecos County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79781 | $73 | $208 | $615 | $1,437 | $2,137 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 26 |
Links | |
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| Pecos Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.pecoscad.org |