79360 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 79360 (Seminole, Texas) pay a median of $2,987/year in property taxes on homes valued at $199,100. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.50%, which is 11% above the Texas state average of 1.35%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 79360 is approximately $249, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Gaines County.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Texas, 79360 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 76676 (1.50%) and 78516 (1.50%).

In Seminole, property taxes represent approximately 3.5% of the median household income of $85,360, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Texas has no state income tax and restricts annual homestead appraisal increases to 10%, but you must file a Homestead Exemption with the Gaines County Appraisal District by April 30 of the year following purchase to activate this cap. The exemption reduces your assessed value and lowers school and county tax bills, with typical annual savings of $600–$1,200 in Gaines County. File your Homestead Exemption application with the Gaines County Appraisal District before April 30 and request a copy of your appraised value notice to monitor future increases.