Red River County, TX Property Tax: $1,317/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in Red River County is 0.98% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $133,800, that works out to about $1,311 per year, or $109 per month. Red River County is located in northeastern Texas, and is home to approximately 11,621 residents.
About Red River County
Red River County covers approximately 1,043.9 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 11,621 residents living in roughly 6,186 housing units, of which 56.8% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $46,912, and the median home was built in 1981.
Red River County borders Choctaw County, McCurtain County, Bowie County, Delta County, Franklin 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 Red River County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
Red River County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red River County, TX | 0.98% | $133,800 | $1,311 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $1,713* |
| Choctaw County | 0.42% | $119,700 | $502 |
| McCurtain County | 0.40% | $126,100 | $505 |
| Bowie County | 1.30% | $161,300 | $2,091 |
| Delta County | 0.97% | $149,400 | $1,456 |
| Franklin County | 0.91% | $213,200 | $1,944 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at Red River County's median home value of $133,800. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Red River County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 0.98%, Red River County is lower than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $133,800, that means about $1,311 per year — versus $1,713 at the state average rate, a difference of $402 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, Red River County is below average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in Red River County?
For a home at the county median value of $133,800, the annual property tax in Red River County is approximately $1,311 — or about $109 per month. For a home worth $200,700, expect around $1,967 per year. For a $267,600 home, approximately $2,622 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a Red River County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in Red River County are handled by the Red River 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 Red River 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 0.98% shown here. Contact the Red River 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