What is the property tax rate in Denton, TX?

Denton has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.68%. On a median home valued at $325,700, homeowners pay approximately $5,456 per year in property taxes.

How does Denton compare to Denton County?

Denton's effective rate of 1.68% is 4% higher than the Denton County average of 1.61%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,055, while Denton homeowners pay an estimated $5,456.

How much are property taxes in Denton on a $300,000 home?

Based on Denton's effective rate of 1.68%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $5,040 per year, or about $420 per month.

Denton Property Tax Rate

Denton County, Texas

1.68%effective rate

Denton is located in Denton County, Texas. Homeowners in Denton pay a median of $5,456 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $325,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.68%. This is 4% higher than the Denton County average of 1.61%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.68%

vs 1.61% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$5,456

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$325,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

146,987

Denton, TX

How Denton Compares

Denton

1.68%

Denton County Average

1.61%

Texas Average

1.49%

National Average

0.92%

Cities in Denton County

Compare property tax rates for 6 cities in Denton County, Texas.

City	Population	Annual Tax	Rate
Little Elm	51,426	$7,245	1.86%
The Colony	44,916	$6,255	1.76%
Denton	146,987	$5,456	1.68%
Lewisville	128,313	$5,621	1.61%
Flower Mound	77,886	$8,169	1.59%
Carrollton	132,741	$5,578	1.58%

About Property Taxes in Denton

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$5,040

$420/month · Rate: 1.68%

Denton 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.