Limestone County, TX Property Tax: $1,833/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Limestone County is 1.19% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $154,400, that works out to about $1,837 per year, or $153 per month. Limestone County is located in central Texas, and is home to approximately 22,185 residents.
About Limestone County
Limestone County covers approximately 905.4 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 22,185 residents living in roughly 10,430 housing units, of which 59.1% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $58,109, and the median home was built in 1983.
Limestone County borders Falls County, Freestone County, Hill County, Leon County, McLennan 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 Limestone County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Limestone County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limestone County, TX | 1.19% | $154,400 | $1,837 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $1,976* |
| Falls County | 1.47% | $97,300 | $1,429 |
| Freestone County | 1.04% | $164,400 | $1,705 |
| Hill County | 1.23% | $163,100 | $2,012 |
| Leon County | 0.75% | $177,400 | $1,339 |
| McLennan County | 1.53% | $219,200 | $3,347 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Limestone County's median home value of $154,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Limestone County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.19%, Limestone County is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $154,400, that means about $1,837 per year — versus $1,976 at the state average rate, a difference of $139 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Limestone County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Limestone County?
For a home at the county median value of $154,400, the annual property tax in Limestone County is approximately $1,837 — or about $153 per month. For a home worth $231,600, expect around $2,756 per year. For a $308,800 home, approximately $3,675 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Limestone County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Limestone County are handled by the Limestone 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 Limestone 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 1.19% shown here. Contact the Limestone 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