79035 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 79035 (Friona, Texas) pay a median of $2,419/year in property taxes on homes valued at $137,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.76%, which is 30% above the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 79035 is approximately $202, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Parmer County. This is $712 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 79035 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 77530 (1.76%) and 78260 (1.76%).

In Friona, property taxes represent approximately 3.2% of the median household income of $74,773, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas limits homestead appraised value increases to 10% per year, ensuring predictable tax growth for primary residences even in hot markets. Parmer County offers homestead exemptions reducing your assessed value — file with the Parmer County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year following your purchase to qualify. Submit your homestead exemption application immediately after closing and check with the Parmer County Appraisal District to confirm your exemption is recorded before your first tax bill.