Freestone County, TX Property Tax: $1,705/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Freestone County is 1.04% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $164,400, that works out to about $1,710 per year, or $143 per month. Freestone County is located in eastern Texas, and is home to approximately 19,813 residents.
About Freestone County
Freestone County covers approximately 877.7 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 19,813 residents living in roughly 9,101 housing units, of which 56.5% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $58,460, and the median home was built in 1988.
Freestone County borders Anderson County, Henderson County, Leon County, Limestone County, Navarro 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 Freestone County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Freestone County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freestone County, TX | 1.04% | $164,400 | $1,710 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $2,104* |
| Anderson County | 0.97% | $173,400 | $1,688 |
| Henderson County | 0.98% | $189,600 | $1,859 |
| Leon County | 0.75% | $177,400 | $1,339 |
| Limestone County | 1.19% | $154,400 | $1,833 |
| Navarro County | 1.33% | $159,900 | $2,119 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Freestone County's median home value of $164,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Freestone County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.04%, Freestone County is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $164,400, that means about $1,710 per year — versus $2,104 at the state average rate, a difference of $394 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Freestone County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Freestone County?
For a home at the county median value of $164,400, the annual property tax in Freestone County is approximately $1,710 — or about $143 per month. For a home worth $246,600, expect around $2,565 per year. For a $328,800 home, approximately $3,420 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Freestone County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Freestone County are handled by the Freestone 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 Freestone 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 1.04% shown here. Contact the Freestone 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