Archer County, TX Property Tax: $2,317/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Archer County is 1.32% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $175,300, that works out to about $2,314 per year, or $193 per month. Archer County is located in northern Texas, and is home to approximately 8,734 residents.
About Archer County
Archer County covers approximately 903.3 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 8,734 residents living in roughly 3,920 housing units, of which 74.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $71,958, and the median home was built in 1979.
Archer County borders Baylor County, Clay County, Jack County, Throckmorton County, Wichita County — useful comparisons if you're considering nearby areas with potentially different tax rates.
How Property Taxes Work in Texas
Property taxes in Texas are administered at the county level. Each county sets a millage rate applied to the assessed value of real property — the effective rate above accounts for any partial assessments and exemptions already built into the local tax base. Assessed value can differ meaningfully from current market value depending on how often the county reassesses and what fraction of market value it uses.
Most counties in Texas offer exemptions that reduce the taxable assessed value: homestead exemptions for primary residences, senior exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions are common. These reduce your effective rate below the county-wide average shown here. Contact the Archer County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Archer County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archer County, TX | 1.32% | $175,300 | $2,314 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $2,244* |
| Baylor County | 1.25% | $93,300 | $1,163 |
| Clay County | 1.36% | $161,300 | $2,194 |
| Jack County | 1.30% | $174,800 | $2,266 |
| Throckmorton County | 1.15% | $84,200 | $969 |
| Wichita County | 1.77% | $141,600 | $2,501 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Archer County's median home value of $175,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Archer County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.32%, Archer County is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $175,300, that means about $2,314 per year — versus $2,244 at the state average rate, a difference of $70 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Archer County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Archer County?
For a home at the county median value of $175,300, the annual property tax in Archer County is approximately $2,314 — or about $193 per month. For a home worth $262,950, expect around $3,471 per year. For a $350,600 home, approximately $4,628 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Archer County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Archer County are handled by the Archer County Assessor's office. Most jurisdictions require filing within 30–90 days of receiving your assessment notice — confirm the specific deadline with the assessor's office before submitting, as deadlines and procedures vary by county. A successful appeal can reduce your assessed value and lower your tax bill for the current and future tax years.
What exemptions are available in Archer County?
Texas counties commonly offer homestead exemptions for owner-occupied primary residences, senior citizen exemptions for qualifying homeowners aged 65 and older, exemptions for disabled residents, and veterans' exemptions. Each exemption reduces your assessed taxable value, which in turn reduces your effective tax rate below the county-wide 1.32% shown here. Contact the Archer County Assessor's office to confirm which exemptions are available and the application deadlines.
Data sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates, US Census Gazetteer (2024), County Adjacency File