Foard County, TX Property Tax: $844/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Foard County is 1.18% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $71,400, that works out to about $843 per year, or $70 per month. Foard County is located in northern Texas, and is home to approximately 1,079 residents.
About Foard County
Foard County covers approximately 704.4 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 1,079 residents living in roughly 602 housing units, of which 46.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $42,212, and the median home was built in 1962.
Foard County borders Baylor County, Cottle County, Hardeman County, Knox 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 Foard County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Foard County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foard County, TX | 1.18% | $71,400 | $843 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $914* |
| Baylor County | 1.25% | $93,300 | $1,163 |
| Cottle County | 1.15% | $54,100 | $623 |
| Hardeman County | 1.18% | $76,500 | $905 |
| Knox County | 1.86% | $66,800 | $1,244 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Foard County's median home value of $71,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Foard County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.18%, Foard County is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $71,400, that means about $843 per year — versus $914 at the state average rate, a difference of $71 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Foard County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Foard County?
For a home at the county median value of $71,400, the annual property tax in Foard County is approximately $843 — or about $70 per month. For a home worth $107,100, expect around $1,264 per year. For a $142,800 home, approximately $1,685 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Foard County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Foard County are handled by the Foard 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 Foard 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 1.18% shown here. Contact the Foard 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