Temple Property Tax Rate

Bell County, Texas

1.61%effective rate

Temple is located in Bell County, Texas. Homeowners in Temple pay a median of $3,537 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $220,300, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.61%. This is 12% higher than the Bell County average of 1.44%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.61%

vs 1.44% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$3,537

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$220,300

2024 estimate

Population📍

86,358

Temple, TX

How Temple Compares

Temple
1.61%
Bell County Average
1.44%
Texas Average
1.49%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Bell County

Compare property tax rates for 3 cities in Bell County, Texas.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Killeen$3,2181.64%
Temple$3,5371.61%
Harker Heights$3,8001.41%

About Property Taxes in Temple

Property taxes in Temple are collected by Bell County. Tax exemptions available to Bell County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Temple. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Bell County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

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Bell County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.