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78591 Property Tax Rate

Santa Elena, Texas · Part of Starr County

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

67.5% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$1,019

$85/mo escrow

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Tax rate data unavailable for ZIP 78591.

How ZIP 78591 Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

ZIP 78591$1,019
Texas Average$3,131
National Average$2,690

Property Tax Analysis

Property Tax Insights for ZIP 78591

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 78591 is approximately $85, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Starr County. This is $2,112 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

In Santa Elena, property taxes represent approximately 3.1% of the median household income of $33,188, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

If you're considering purchasing a home in 78591, keep in mind that property taxes are based on the assessed value assigned by the local assessor, which may differ from the purchase price. In some states, properties are reassessed at or near the sale price upon transfer of ownership. For the most current tax information for a specific property, consult Starr County's tax assessor directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in ZIP code 78591?
The effective property tax rate in ZIP code 78591 (Santa Elena, TX) is N/A. This rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax payment by the median home value within this ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA), based on U.S. Census Bureau data.
How much are property taxes in Santa Elena, TX (78591)?
The median annual property tax payment in ZIP code 78591 is $1,019. This figure represents the typical amount paid by homeowners in this area. Actual taxes vary based on your assessed property value and any applicable exemptions.
How does ZIP 78591 compare to the Texas average?
ZIP code 78591's effective tax rate of N/A is not available for comparison. The median annual property tax in this ZIP is $1,019, compared to the state average of $3,131.
What is the median home value in ZIP 78591?
The median home value in ZIP code 78591 (Santa Elena, TX) is N/A, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates at the ZCTA level.
What county is ZIP code 78591 in?
ZIP code 78591 is part of Starr County in Texas. For broader county-level property tax data, including comparisons with other counties in Texas, visit the Starr County profile on TaxByCounty.

Margin of Error

The median property tax estimate for this ZIP code has a margin of error of ±$951. ZCTA-level data has wider margins than county-level estimates due to smaller sample sizes.

County-Level Data

ZIP code 78591 is part of Starr County, Texas. View the full county profile for broader context and more data.

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By Logan Johnson, Founder & Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Logan Johnson, Founder & Data Editor

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates (ZCTA level). ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census approximations of USPS ZIP codes.

Estimates are informational only and should not be used as financial or legal advice.

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