77630 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 77630 (Orange, Texas) pay a median of $1,963/year in property taxes on homes valued at $163,700. 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 77630 is approximately $164, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Orange County. This is $1,168 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 77630 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 75559 (1.20%) and 77022 (1.20%).

In Orange, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $63,588, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas caps annual homestead appraisal increases at 10% under state law, but you must file a Homestead Exemption with the Orange County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year after purchase to activate this protection. The exemption reduces your assessed value for school, county, city, and special district taxes, generating typical savings of $500–$1,200/year for Orange County homeowners. Submit your exemption application to the Orange County Appraisal District within 30 days of closing to ensure the benefit applies to your first tax bill.