Parker County, TX Property Tax: $4,978/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Parker County is 1.45% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $343,600, that works out to about $4,982 per year, or $415 per month. Parker County is located in central Texas, and is home to approximately 158,079 residents.
About Parker County
Parker County covers approximately 903.7 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 158,079 residents living in roughly 58,786 housing units, of which 75.7% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $102,099, and the median home was built in 2001.
Parker County borders Hood County, Jack County, Johnson County, Palo Pinto County, Tarrant 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 Parker County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Parker County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker County, TX | 1.45% | $343,600 | $4,982 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $4,398* |
| Hood County | 1.15% | $281,300 | $3,240 |
| Jack County | 1.30% | $174,800 | $2,266 |
| Johnson County | 1.28% | $254,600 | $3,259 |
| Palo Pinto County | 1.28% | $167,300 | $2,147 |
| Tarrant County | 1.77% | $294,100 | $5,211 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Parker County's median home value of $343,600. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Parker County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.45%, Parker County is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $343,600, that means about $4,982 per year — versus $4,398 at the state average rate, a difference of $584 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Parker County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Parker County?
For a home at the county median value of $343,600, the annual property tax in Parker County is approximately $4,982 — or about $415 per month. For a home worth $515,400, expect around $7,473 per year. For a $687,200 home, approximately $9,964 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Parker County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Parker County are handled by the Parker 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 Parker 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 1.45% shown here. Contact the Parker 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