Aurora, Wise County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Aurora, Texas
Median Aurora, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.42%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Aurora, Texas home value: $308,409
Median annual Aurora, Texas tax bill: $1,239, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Wise calculated?
Property taxes in Aurora, 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 Aurora's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Aurora, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Aurora, Wise County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.42%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,295
$1,202
How Does the Aurora Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Aurora property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Aurora's median effective tax rate of 0.42% — based on actual property records in Wise 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 Aurora'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 Aurora: rates range from 0.42% in 76078 to 0.42% in 76078, 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 Aurora.
About Aurora Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Aurora, Wise, Texas
Aurora’s median effective property tax rate of 0.42% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Wise 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 Aurora. Homeowners in the 76078 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.42%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 0.42%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Wise County. Understanding where you live in Aurora can still help you better understand your annual tax bill.
Aurora 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 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 Aurora, Wise 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 Aurora'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 Aurora Tax Rate
0.42%
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 Wise County Tax Rate
0.66%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76078 | 0.15% | 0.30% | 0.42% | 0.53% | 0.92% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Aurora, 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 Wise 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 Wise 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 Aurora.
For example, the median home price in Aurora is $308,409, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 76078 has the highest median home price at $308,409.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$158,076
$245,281
$332,485
Median Aurora Market Value
$308,409
Median Wise County Market Value
$278,338
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76078 | $51,016 | $104,052 | $308,409 | $620,195 | $804,480 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
Property tax bills in Aurora are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Wise County. When a property’s market value rises, the assessed value can increase too, which may lead to a higher tax bill. Homeowners in Aurora should also know that exemptions and any applicable local tax rates can affect the final amount owed.
For a home with a median value of $308,409, property taxes can vary widely depending on the assessment and tax rate applied. In this area, the 25th percentile tax bill is $408, while the 75th percentile is $2,550 and the 90th percentile reaches $3,482. The median tax bill in ZIP code 76078 is $1,239.
Because property taxes are tied to value and local rates, even similar homes can receive very different bills. For homeowners, that means a higher assessed value can directly increase annual housing costs.
Median Aurora Tax Bill
$1,239
Median Wise County Tax Bill
$1,456
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Aurora, Wise County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76078 | $164 | $408 | $1,239 | $2,550 | $3,482 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Wise Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.wise-cad.com |