Sonora, Sutton County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Sonora, Texas
Median Sonora, Texas effective property tax rate: 2.02%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Sonora, Texas home value: $76,560
Median annual Sonora, Texas tax bill: $1,492, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Sutton calculated?
Property taxes in Sonora, 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 Sonora's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Sonora, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Sonora, Sutton County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
2.02%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,547
$1,435
How Does the Sonora Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Sonora property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Sonora's median effective tax rate of 2.02% — based on actual property records in Sutton 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 Sonora's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Sonora: rates range from 2.02% in 76950 to 2.02% in 76950, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Sonora.
About Sonora Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Sonora, Sutton, Texas
Sonora’s median effective property tax rate of 2.02% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Sutton 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 Sonora. Homeowners in the 76950 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.02%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 2.02%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Sutton County. Understanding where you live in Sonora can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Sonora 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 Sonora, Sutton 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 Sonora'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 Sonora Tax Rate
2.02%
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 Sutton County Tax Rate
2.02%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76950 | 1.38% | 1.61% | 2.02% | 2.31% | 2.34% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Sonora, 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 Sutton 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 Sutton 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. 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 Sonora.
For example, the median home price in Sonora is $76,560, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 76950 has the highest median home price at $76,560.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$76,560
$76,560
$76,560
Median Sonora Market Value
$76,560
Median Sutton County Market Value
$76,380
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76950 | $18,794 | $38,788 | $76,560 | $145,045 | $222,304 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
Property tax bills in Sonora are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Sutton County and other taxing entities. When a property’s market value rises, the assessed value can increase too, which may lead to a higher tax bill if the rate stays the same. Homeowners are taxed on the value assigned to their property, not on what they originally paid for it.
For Sonora, the median home price is $76,560, and the median tax bill in the area is $1,492. Bills can vary widely: the 25th percentile is $734, while the 75th percentile is $2,731 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,952. That means two homes with similar market values can still face different tax bills depending on exemptions, assessments, and local taxing jurisdictions. For homeowners, this directly affects annual housing costs and can make property taxes a major part of the cost of owning a home.
Median Sonora Tax Bill
$1,492
Median Sutton County Tax Bill
$1,492
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Sonora, Sutton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76950 | $364 | $734 | $1,492 | $2,731 | $3,952 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 30 |
Links | |
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| Sutton Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.suttoncad.com |