What is the property tax rate in The Colony, TX?

The Colony has an estimated effective property tax rate of 1.76%. On a median home valued at $355,100, homeowners pay approximately $6,255 per year in property taxes.

How does The Colony compare to Denton County?

The Colony's effective rate of 1.76% is 9% higher than the Denton County average of 1.61%. The county-wide median annual tax is $7,055, while The Colony homeowners pay an estimated $6,255.

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

Based on The Colony's effective rate of 1.76%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $5,280 per year, or about $440 per month.

The Colony Property Tax Rate

Denton County, Texas

1.76%effective rate

The Colony is located in Denton County, Texas. Homeowners in The Colony pay a median of $6,255 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $355,100, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.76%. This is 9% higher than the Denton County average of 1.61%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.76%

vs 1.61% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$6,255

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$355,100

2024 estimate

Population📍

44,916

The Colony, TX

How The Colony Compares

The Colony

1.76%

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 The Colony

Property taxes in The Colony are collected by Denton County. Tax exemptions available to Denton County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in The Colony. 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

$5,280

$440/month · Rate: 1.76%

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.