77963 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 77963 (Goliad, Texas) pay a median of $1,782/year in property taxes on homes valued at $177,600. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.00%, which is 26% below the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 77963 is approximately $149, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Goliad County. This is $1,349 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 77963 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 78622 (1.00%) and 76044 (1.00%).

In Goliad, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $56,466, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas imposes no state income tax and allows a 10% annual cap on homestead appraised value increases once you file for the exemption, but your property will be reassessed to market value at purchase. File your Homestead Exemption application with the Goliad County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year following closing to lock in the growth cap for school, county, and city taxes. Contact the Goliad County Appraisal District immediately after closing to verify your exemption status and review your Notice of Appraised Value for accuracy.