Briscoe County, TX Property Tax: $899/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Briscoe County is 1.08% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $82,900, that works out to about $895 per year, or $75 per month. Briscoe County is located in northwestern Texas, and is home to approximately 1,223 residents.
About Briscoe County
Briscoe County covers approximately 900.0 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 1,223 residents living in roughly 901 housing units, of which 48.2% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $41,188, and the median home was built in 1964.
Briscoe County borders Armstrong County, Donley County, Floyd County, Hall County, Motley 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 Briscoe County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Briscoe County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briscoe County, TX | 1.08% | $82,900 | $895 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $1,061* |
| Armstrong County | 1.44% | $185,700 | $2,679 |
| Donley County | 1.13% | $90,500 | $1,019 |
| Floyd County | 1.08% | $101,000 | $1,090 |
| Hall County | 1.21% | $80,200 | $972 |
| Motley County | 1.10% | $81,100 | $890 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Briscoe County's median home value of $82,900. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Briscoe County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.08%, Briscoe County is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $82,900, that means about $895 per year — versus $1,061 at the state average rate, a difference of $166 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Briscoe County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Briscoe County?
For a home at the county median value of $82,900, the annual property tax in Briscoe County is approximately $895 — or about $75 per month. For a home worth $124,350, expect around $1,343 per year. For a $165,800 home, approximately $1,791 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Briscoe County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Briscoe County are handled by the Briscoe 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 Briscoe 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 1.08% shown here. Contact the Briscoe 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