77856 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 77856 (Franklin, Texas) pay a median of $2,235/year in property taxes on homes valued at $245,900. This translates to an effective tax rate of 0.91%, which is 33% below the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 77856 is approximately $186, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Robertson County. This is $896 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 77856 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 75972 (0.91%) and 77975 (0.91%).

In Franklin, property taxes represent approximately 2.5% of the median household income of $90,889, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas homestead properties are protected by a 10% annual cap on appraised value increases, but this protection only applies after you file the exemption. Submit your Homestead Exemption to the Robertson County Appraisal District by April 30 following purchase to qualify for the cap and potential property tax reductions. The Robertson County Appraisal District should be contacted within 30 days of closing to ensure your application is processed timely.