Hawkins, Wood County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Hawkins, Texas
Median Hawkins, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.22%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Hawkins, Texas home value: $146,160
Median annual Hawkins, Texas tax bill: $1,598, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Wood calculated?
Property taxes in Hawkins, 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 Hawkins's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Hawkins, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Hawkins, Wood County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.22%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,783
$1,655
How Does the Hawkins Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Hawkins property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Hawkins's median effective tax rate of 1.22% — based on actual property records in Wood 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 Hawkins's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Hawkins's tax rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%, while the median property tax bill is lower than the Texas median bill by $802. The median property tax bill in Hawkins is $1,598, and the highest and lowest median bills are both $1,598 in 75765.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Hawkins.
About Hawkins Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Hawkins, Wood, Texas
Hawkins’s median effective property tax rate of 1.22% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Wood 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 Hawkins. Homeowners in the 75765 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.22%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.22%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Wood County. Understanding which part of Hawkins you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Hawkins 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 Hawkins, Wood 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 Hawkins'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 Hawkins Tax Rate
1.22%
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 Wood County Tax Rate
1.12%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75765 | 0.55% | 0.86% | 1.22% | 1.45% | 2.02% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Hawkins, 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 Wood 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 Wood 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. For Hawkins, the median home price is $146,160, and the median tax bill is $1,598, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400. The highest median home price is in 75765 at $146,160.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$133,730
$272,820
$411,910
Median Hawkins Market Value
$146,160
Median Wood County Market Value
$171,200
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75765 | $8,500 | $44,208 | $146,160 | $274,728 | $424,319 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
Property tax bills in Hawkins are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. When a property is valued, that assessment is multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the bill, so both the home’s market value and local levies matter. For homeowners, this means a higher assessed value can lead to a larger tax bill, while a lower assessment may reduce what is owed.
In Hawkins, the median home price is $146,160, and the median property tax bill is $1,598.00 in ZIP code 75765. That figure is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely, though, with the 25th percentile at $471 and the 75th percentile at $3,017. For some homeowners, that spread can make property taxes a manageable expense; for others, it can create a significant annual cost.
Median Hawkins Tax Bill
$1,598
Median Wood County Tax Bill
$1,795
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Hawkins, Wood County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75765 | $91 | $471 | $1,598 | $3,017 | $4,561 |
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 | |
|---|---|
| Wood Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.woodcad.net |