San Patricio County, TX Property Tax: $2,754/yr (2026)
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The effective property tax rate in San Patricio County is 1.53% of assessed home value. On a home at the county median value of $180,400, that works out to about $2,760 per year, or $230 per month. San Patricio County is located in southern Texas, and is home to approximately 69,519 residents.
About San Patricio County
San Patricio County covers approximately 693.3 square miles in Texas. The county is home to about 69,519 residents living in roughly 29,954 housing units, of which 54.3% are owner-occupied. The median household income is $67,512, and the median home was built in 1981.
San Patricio County borders Aransas County, Bee County, Jim Wells County, Live Oak County, Nueces 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 San Patricio County Assessor's office to learn which exemptions apply to your property and when to file.
San Patricio County vs. Neighboring Counties
| Location | Eff. Rate | Median Home | Annual Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Patricio County, TX | 1.53% | $180,400 | $2,760 |
| Texas state average | 1.28% | — | $2,309* |
| Aransas County | 1.01% | $236,800 | $2,401 |
| Bee County | 1.42% | $102,800 | $1,461 |
| Jim Wells County | 1.25% | $104,800 | $1,311 |
| Live Oak County | 0.88% | $142,300 | $1,255 |
| Nueces County | 1.68% | $194,700 | $3,268 |
| US national average | 1.10% | $281,900 | $3,101 |
*State average annual tax computed at San Patricio County's median home value of $180,400. Source: US Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does San Patricio County's property tax rate compare to the rest of Texas?
At 1.53%, San Patricio County is higher than the Texas state average of 1.28%. On a home at the county median of $180,400, that means about $2,760 per year — versus $2,309 at the state average rate, a difference of $451 per year. Compared to the national average of 1.10%, San Patricio County is above average.
What's a typical annual property tax bill in San Patricio County?
For a home at the county median value of $180,400, the annual property tax in San Patricio County is approximately $2,760 — or about $230 per month. For a home worth $270,600, expect around $4,140 per year. For a $360,800 home, approximately $5,520 per year. Use the calculator above to estimate taxes for any assessed value.
Where do I appeal a San Patricio County property tax assessment?
Property assessment appeals in San Patricio County are handled by the San Patricio 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 San Patricio 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 1.53% shown here. Contact the San Patricio 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