Palo Pinto County, TX Property Tax: $2,147/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Palo Pinto County is 1.28% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $167,300, that works out to about $2,141 per year, or $178 per month. Palo Pinto County is located in central Texas, and is home to approximately 28,920 residents.
About Palo Pinto County
Palo Pinto County covers approximately 952.5 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 28,920 residents living in roughly 15,147 housing units, of which 50.0% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $64,972, and the median home was built in 1978.
Palo Pinto County borders Eastland County, Erath County, Hood County, Jack County, Parker 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 Palo Pinto County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Palo Pinto County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Pinto County, TX | 1.28% | $167,300 | $2,141 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $2,141* |
| Eastland County | 1.19% | $121,700 | $1,451 |
| Erath County | 1.13% | $251,900 | $2,836 |
| Hood County | 1.15% | $281,300 | $3,240 |
| Jack County | 1.30% | $174,800 | $2,266 |
| Parker County | 1.45% | $343,600 | $4,978 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Palo Pinto County's median home value of $167,300. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Palo Pinto County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.28%, Palo Pinto County is equal to the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $167,300, that means about $2,141 per year — versus $2,141 at the state average rate, a difference of $0 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Palo Pinto County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Palo Pinto County?
For a home at the county median value of $167,300, the annual property tax in Palo Pinto County is approximately $2,141 — or about $178 per month. For a home worth $250,950, expect around $3,212 per year. For a $334,600 home, approximately $4,283 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Palo Pinto County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Palo Pinto County are handled by the Palo Pinto 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 Palo Pinto 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 1.28% shown here. Contact the Palo Pinto 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