Property Taxes in Arlington, Texas
Median Arlington, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.49%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and slightly higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Arlington, Texas home value: $295,138
Median annual Arlington, Texas tax bill: $4,349, $1,949 higher than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Tarrant calculated?
Property taxes in Arlington, 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 Arlington's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Arlington, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
How Does the Arlington Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Arlington property tax calculator to estimate your annual tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Arlington's median effective tax rate of 1.49% — based on actual property records in Tarrant 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 Arlington'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 Arlington: rates range from $3,269.00 in 76010 to $10,148.00 in 76005, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Arlington's median property tax bill of $4,349 is higher than the Texas median of $2,400, a difference of $1,949, and also higher than the national median property tax bill.
If your estimate is higher than expected, Ownwell can appeal your Arlington assessment — you only pay if we save you money.
About Arlington Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Arlington, Tarrant, Texas
Arlington’s median effective property tax rate of 1.49% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Tarrant County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Arlington. Homeowners in the 76005 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 2.00%, while those in 76014 pay 1.32%. This spread — 0.68 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Tarrant County. Understanding which part of Arlington you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Arlington 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 Arlington, Tarrant 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 Arlington'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 Arlington Tax Rate
1.49%
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 Tarrant County Tax Rate
1.52%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.27%
Property Tax Rates Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76001 | 0.52% | 1.23% | 1.55% | 2.19% | 2.38% |
| 76002 | 0.86% | 1.35% | 1.54% | 2.16% | 2.35% |
| 76005 | 0.64% | 1.72% | 2.00% | 2.42% | 2.66% |
| 76006 | 0.56% | 1.10% | 1.60% | 2.08% | 2.25% |
| 76010 | 0.17% | 0.60% | 1.39% | 2.10% | 2.19% |
| 76011 | 0.27% | 0.79% | 1.65% | 2.13% | 2.24% |
| 76012 | 0.39% | 0.85% | 1.51% | 2.08% | 2.24% |
| 76013 | 0.31% | 0.73% | 1.37% | 2.00% | 2.21% |
| 76014 | 0.22% | 0.83% | 1.32% | 2.07% | 2.24% |
| 76015 | 0.27% | 0.63% | 1.40% | 2.10% | 2.28% |
| 76016 | 0.35% | 0.84% | 1.44% | 1.91% | 2.27% |
| 76017 | 0.37% | 0.94% | 1.46% | 2.14% | 2.29% |
| 76018 | 0.40% | 1.09% | 1.40% | 2.14% | 2.31% |
| 76003 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76019 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76175 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Arlington, 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 Tarrant 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 Tarrant 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 Arlington.
For example, the median home price in Arlington is $295,138, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 76005 has the highest median home price at $515,814.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$29,160
$1,515,580
$3,002,000
Median Arlington Market Value
$295,138
Median Tarrant County Market Value
$303,590
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$274,101
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76001 | $228,757 | $262,634 | $333,933 | $409,088 | $488,936 |
| 76002 | $265,117 | $298,457 | $340,486 | $382,311 | $440,851 |
| 76005 | $212,357 | $398,117 | $515,814 | $625,836 | $772,127 |
| 76006 | $12,896 | $152,814 | $344,210 | $427,190 | $544,142 |
| 76010 | $161,292 | $190,394 | $215,180 | $253,496 | $300,000 |
| 76011 | $140,236 | $175,168 | $235,496 | $339,278 | $418,087 |
| 76012 | $147,772 | $226,472 | $294,248 | $366,578 | $471,345 |
| 76013 | $195,260 | $237,086 | $282,926 | $361,286 | $437,000 |
| 76014 | $183,186 | $207,636 | $241,998 | $274,269 | $305,266 |
| 76015 | $175,000 | $202,092 | $258,000 | $304,186 | $359,109 |
| 76016 | $238,866 | $273,372 | $323,300 | $396,514 | $486,718 |
| 76017 | $215,000 | $261,026 | $306,836 | $359,456 | $444,225 |
| 76018 | $227,439 | $254,775 | $288,261 | $332,853 | $369,999 |
| 76003 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76019 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76175 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
Property tax bills in Arlington are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. For a home with a median market value of $295,138, the bill can vary widely depending on location, exemptions, and how the property is assessed. In Tarrant County, the 25th percentile tax bill is $2,425, while the 75th percentile is $6,048 and the 90th percentile reaches $7,841. That means two similar homes can face very different bills, especially across ZIP codes like 76005, where the highest median tax bill is $10,148, and 76010, where it is $3,269.
Higher property taxes can raise monthly housing costs and put pressure on homeowners, especially when assessed values outpace market conditions. Ownwell helps homeowners save by reviewing assessments, identifying potential exemptions, and filing appeals to challenge unfair property tax bills.
Median Arlington Tax Bill
$4,349
Median Tarrant County Tax Bill
$4,642
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$3,209
Property Tax Bills Across Arlington, Tarrant County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76001 | $1,171 | $3,419 | $5,362 | $6,908 | $8,525 |
| 76002 | $2,406 | $4,239 | $5,473 | $7,026 | $8,226 |
| 76005 | $1,837 | $6,807 | $10,148 | $12,868 | $16,188 |
| 76006 | $268 | $2,001 | $3,948 | $6,420 | $8,918 |
| 76010 | $332 | $1,273 | $3,269 | $4,411 | $5,404 |
| 76011 | $383 | $1,681 | $3,418 | $5,185 | $6,810 |
| 76012 | $769 | $1,940 | $3,987 | $5,744 | $7,622 |
| 76013 | $808 | $2,031 | $3,898 | $5,524 | $7,157 |
| 76014 | $524 | $1,941 | $3,316 | $4,807 | $5,760 |
| 76015 | $687 | $1,670 | $3,537 | $5,118 | $6,417 |
| 76016 | $1,098 | $2,753 | $4,715 | $6,295 | $7,886 |
| 76017 | $1,006 | $2,625 | $4,475 | $5,995 | $7,444 |
| 76018 | $1,174 | $2,971 | $4,326 | $5,737 | $6,849 |
| 76003 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76019 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 76175 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: Ownwell
Save on Your Property Taxes and More With Ownwell
$774
Average Annual Tax Savings
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | January 31 |
Links | |
|---|---|
| Tarrant Appraisal District | |
| Phone | (817) 284-0024 |
| Website | tarrant.prodigycad.com |