76519 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 76519 (Burlington, Texas) pay a median of $2,228/year in property taxes on homes valued at $156,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.42%, which is 5% above the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 76519 is approximately $186, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Milam County. This is $903 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 76519 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 79401 (1.42%) and 79359 (1.42%).

In Burlington, property taxes represent approximately 3.0% of the median household income of $73,947, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas caps annual appraisal increases at 10% for homestead properties, but this cap only applies once you file — submit your Homestead Exemption application to the Milam County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year following purchase. The exemption removes a portion of assessed value from school and county taxes, typically saving $400–$700/year on a median $156,600 home. Contact the Milam County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to file your homestead exemption and confirm eligibility for the annual appraisal cap.