San Marcos Property Tax Rate

Hays County, Texas

1.62%effective rate

San Marcos is located in Hays County, Texas. Homeowners in San Marcos pay a median of $4,377 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $269,700, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.62%. This is 2% lower than the Hays County average of 1.66%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

1.62%

vs 1.66% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$4,377

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$269,700

2024 estimate

Population📍

68,920

San Marcos, TX

How San Marcos Compares

San Marcos
1.62%
Hays County Average
1.66%
Texas Average
1.49%
National Average
0.92%

Cities in Hays County

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

CityAnnual TaxRate
Kyle$6,0512.00%
San Marcos$4,3771.62%

About Property Taxes in San Marcos

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

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$4,860

$405/month · Rate: 1.62%

Hays 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.