Kinney County, TX Property Tax: $1,244/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Kinney County is 1.41% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $88,500, that works out to about $1,248 per year, or $104 per month. Kinney County is located in southern Texas, and is home to approximately 3,140 residents.
About Kinney County
Kinney County covers approximately 1,360.5 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 3,140 residents living in roughly 1,548 housing units, of which 58.4% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $66,341, and the median home was built in 1978.
Kinney County borders Edwards County, Maverick County, Uvalde County, Val Verde County, Zavala 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 Kinney County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Kinney County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinney County, TX | 1.41% | $88,500 | $1,248 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $1,133* |
| Edwards County | 1.05% | $78,300 | $823 |
| Maverick County | 1.39% | $151,500 | $2,112 |
| Uvalde County | 1.57% | $144,400 | $2,260 |
| Val Verde County | 1.47% | $151,500 | $2,233 |
| Zavala County | 1.42% | $88,100 | $1,254 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Kinney County's median home value of $88,500. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kinney County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.41%, Kinney County is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $88,500, that means about $1,248 per year — versus $1,133 at the state average rate, a difference of $115 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Kinney County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Kinney County?
For a home at the county median value of $88,500, the annual property tax in Kinney County is approximately $1,248 — or about $104 per month. For a home worth $132,750, expect around $1,872 per year. For a $177,000 home, approximately $2,496 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Kinney County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Kinney County are handled by the Kinney 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 Kinney 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 1.41% shown here. Contact the Kinney 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