Terrell County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Terrell County, Texas
Median Terrell County effective property tax rate: 2.04%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Terrell County home value: $36,416
Median annual Terrell County tax bill: $709, $1,691 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Terrell County calculated?
Property taxes in Terrell County 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 your county's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Whether you live in Terrell County or another part of Terrell County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Terrell County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
2.04%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Terrell County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Terrell County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Terrell County's median effective tax rate of 2.04% to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the appraisal district assigns for tax purposes, which is typically lower than market value after applicable exemptions. Our calculator uses the median effective rate for a more accurate estimate than the statutory millage rate alone.
Your actual bill may vary based on your specific exemptions, local school district levies, and any special assessment districts that apply to your property. Terrell County's median tax rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48% and the county's median tax bill is $709, which is $1,691 lower than the Texas median tax bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Terrell County.
Property Tax Rates Across Terrell County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Terrell County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Terrell 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 Terrell County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Terrell County's median effective rate stands at 2.04%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Terrell County, the highest rate is found in Sanderson at 2.04%, while Dryden has the lowest at 1.59%.
These variations reflect differences in local school district levies, Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) assessments, and special district bonds — which compound the base county rate.
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 Terrell County Tax Rate
2.04%
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 Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Terrell County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Terrell County, 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 Terrell 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 Terrell 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. For context, the median tax bill in Terrell County is $709, compared with the national median property tax bill of $2400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Tax bills vary across the county, with Sanderson at $726 and Dryden at $477. Dryden also has the highest median home price at $39,751.
Median Terrell County Market Value
$36,416
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Bills Across Terrell County, Texas
Property tax bills in Terrell County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is compared with the market value, and that figure becomes the starting point for the bill. For homeowners, this means that changes in property value can directly affect how much they owe each year.
The county’s median home price is $36,416, which helps explain why property tax bills can vary widely across the area. The 25th percentile tax bill is $269, while the 75th percentile is $1,613 and the 90th percentile is $2,484. That spread shows how differences in property value and local taxing levels can create very different outcomes for homeowners.
Across the county, the median tax bill is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400, but higher-value homes can still face much larger bills.
Median Terrell County Tax Bill
$709
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
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| Terrell Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.terrellcad.org |