Brownsville Property Tax Rate

Cameron County, Texas

1.82%effective rate

Brownsville is located in Cameron County, Texas. Homeowners in Brownsville pay a median of $2,233 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $122,400, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.82%. This is 21% higher than the Cameron County average of 1.50%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.82%

vs 1.50% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$2,233

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$122,400

2024 estimate

Population📍

188,023

Brownsville, TX

How Brownsville Compares

Brownsville
1.82%
Cameron County Average
1.50%
Texas Average
1.49%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Cameron County

Compare property tax rates for 2 cities in Cameron County, Texas.

CityAnnual TaxRate
Brownsville$2,2331.82%
Harlingen$2,0371.62%

About Property Taxes in Brownsville

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$5,460

$455/month · Rate: 1.82%

Cameron County Property Taxes

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Texas 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.