Val Verde County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Val Verde County, Texas
Median Val Verde County effective property tax rate: 1.75%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%.
Median Val Verde County home value: $137,744
Median annual Val Verde County tax bill: $2,317, $83 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Val Verde County calculated?
Property taxes in Val Verde 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 Val Verde County or another part of Val Verde County, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Val Verde County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Val Verde County Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Val Verde County property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Val Verde County's median effective tax rate of 1.75% 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. Val Verde County's median tax rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48% and above the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. The county's median property tax bill of $2,317 is lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400 by $83.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore city and ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Val Verde County.
Property Tax Rates Across Val Verde County, Texas
What Are Effective Property Tax Rates Across Val Verde County?
Local government entities set tax rates, which vary widely across Val Verde 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 Val Verde County's effective property tax rate to other counties in Texas or the U.S. median of 1.02%.
Val Verde County's median effective rate stands at 1.75%, which is higher than the national median of 1.02%. Within Val Verde County, the highest rate is found in DEL RIO at 1.79%, while COMSTOCK has the lowest at 1.32%.
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 Val Verde County Tax Rate
1.75%
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 Val Verde County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Val Verde 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 Val Verde 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 Val Verde 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 Val Verde County.
For example, the median tax bill in Val Verde County is $2,317, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Del Rio has the highest median home price at $141,318.
Median Val Verde County Market Value
$137,744
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Bills Across Val Verde County, Texas
Property tax bills in Val Verde County are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. The county’s median home price is $137,744, and that value helps determine the tax bill after exemptions and applicable rates are applied. Because property taxes are calculated from assessed market value rather than purchase price, two homes with similar values can still have different bills depending on location and taxing jurisdictions.
The typical tax bill varies widely across the county. The 25th percentile bill is $970, while the 75th percentile reaches $3,958 and the 90th percentile climbs to $5,462. That spread shows how much property taxes can differ for homeowners based on home value and local tax burdens.
For comparison, the national median property tax rate is 1.02% and the national median property tax bill is $2,400. In Val Verde County, homeowners may see bills below or above that benchmark depending on where they live, with Del Rio showing the highest median tax bill at $2,418 and Comstock the lowest at $390.
Median Val Verde County Tax Bill
$2,317
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
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Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | June 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
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| Val Verde Appraisal District | |
| Website | valverdecad.org |