76941 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 76941 (Mertzon, Texas) pay a median of $1,464/year in property taxes on homes valued at $136,200. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.07%, which is 21% below the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 76941 is approximately $122, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Irion County. This is $1,667 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 76941 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 75453 (1.07%) and 75670 (1.08%).

In Mertzon, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $57,708, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas protects homestead properties with a 10% annual appraisal cap, but you must file to receive it — submit your Homestead Exemption to the Irion County Appraisal District by April 30 following your purchase. The exemption applies across all local taxes (school, county, city) and saves typical Irion County homeowners $400–$600/year on properties near the median $136,200. Contact the Irion County Assessor immediately upon closing to obtain your exemption form and ensure filing before April 30.