77523 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 77523 (Baytown, Texas) pay a median of $4,104/year in property taxes on homes valued at $340,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.20%, which is 11% below the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 77523 is approximately $342, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Chambers County. This is $973 more than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 77523 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 77060 (1.21%) and 79097 (1.21%).

In Baytown, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $120,839, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas imposes no state income tax and caps annual homestead appraisal increases at 10% once you file with the Chambers County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year following purchase. The Homestead Exemption reduces your taxable value for school, county, and city levies, typically saving Chambers County homeowners $400–$900/year. Apply for your exemption within 30 days of closing by contacting the Chambers County Appraisal District directly.