79096 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 79096 (Wheeler, Texas) pay a median of $2,063/year in property taxes on homes valued at $144,700. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.43%, which is 5% above the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 79096 is approximately $172, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Wheeler County. This is $1,068 less than the Texas average of $3,131/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 79096 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 77085 (1.43%) and 76657 (1.43%).

In Wheeler, property taxes represent approximately 2.9% of the median household income of $70,282, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas homestead properties face a 10% annual appraisal cap, limiting annual assessed value increases regardless of market conditions. Wheeler County residents qualify for homestead exemptions that lower assessed value through the Wheeler County Appraisal District — file your application by April 30 to secure the exemption. Apply for your homestead exemption within 30 days of closing and retain your deed copy as proof of ownership when submitting to the Wheeler County Appraisal District.