Dallas, TX Property Tax Rates

Compare property tax rates across 45 ZIP codes in Dallas, Texas.

ACS 2019-2023 · Updated Dec 2024

Avg Tax Rate

1.49%

Avg Annual Tax

$5,909

Avg Home Value

$415,036

ZIP Codes

45

Property Tax Overview: Dallas, TX

Dallas has 45 ZIP codes with property tax data. The average effective tax rate across these ZIPs is 1.49%, which is 10% above the Texas average of 1.35%. Annual property taxes range from $10,001 (ZIP 75205) to $7,157 (ZIP 75254).

For a home at Dallas's median value of $415,036, property taxes add approximately $517/month to housing costs. Dallas home values are above the Texas median of $231,329, meaning the monthly tax impact is correspondingly higher.

Property tax rates within Dallas vary by 1.70 percentage points across its ZIP codes. This variation typically reflects different school district boundaries, special assessment zones, and municipal service areas within the city.

ZIP Codes in Dallas, TX

ZIP CodeEffective RateMedian TaxMedian Home Value
752050.66%$10,001$1,518,600
752250.67%$10,001$1,489,200
752031.11%$1,384$125,000
752231.13%$2,746$244,000
752301.15%$10,001$870,000
752321.16%$2,407$207,000
752171.17%$1,923$164,800
752091.19%$10,001$837,700
752271.21%$2,464$203,000
752351.26%$3,561$283,000
752111.28%$2,548$198,500
752371.30%$3,002$231,600
752241.33%$2,829$213,100
752531.33%$1,616$121,400
752081.36%$5,664$415,200
752101.37%$1,514$110,800
752331.39%$3,480$249,500
752141.41%$10,001$707,400
752281.43%$3,722$259,500
752121.45%$2,951$204,200
752341.45%$4,543$314,300
752411.45%$2,365$162,900
752431.48%$5,321$359,100
752161.51%$2,095$138,900
752011.54%$10,001$649,700
752361.55%$3,683$237,900
752201.56%$7,026$449,500
752481.57%$8,508$543,000
752381.59%$8,379$526,100
752441.60%$9,251$578,200
752151.62%$2,236$137,700
752311.63%$7,617$466,200
752291.66%$9,911$598,500
752521.73%$9,176$530,100
752181.75%$8,333$476,000
752871.78%$6,931$389,400
752061.79%$10,001$557,500
752401.85%$6,037$326,600
752191.86%$7,019$377,900
752021.90%$6,166$325,100
752491.92%$4,970$258,800
752042.02%$9,135$451,900
752462.22%$10,001$449,600
752542.36%$7,157$303,200
75226N/A$8,214N/A

Dallas vs Texas Average

Effective Tax Rate

Dallas1.49%
Texas Avg1.35%

10% above state average

Annual Property Tax

Dallas$5,909
Texas Avg$3,131

Median Home Value

Dallas$415,036
Texas Avg$231,329

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average property tax rate in Dallas, TX?

The average effective property tax rate in Dallas, Texas is 1.49%, based on 45 ZIP codes.

How much is property tax in Dallas, TX?

The average median annual property tax in Dallas is $5,909 per year, with a median home value of $415,036.

Which ZIP code in Dallas has the lowest property tax rate?

ZIP code 75205 has the lowest effective tax rate in Dallas at 0.66%, with a median annual tax of $10,001.

How many ZIP codes are in Dallas, TX?

Dallas, Texas has 45 ZIP codes with property tax data available.

Which ZIP code in Dallas has the highest property tax rate?

ZIP code 75254 has the highest effective tax rate in Dallas at 2.36%, with a median annual tax of $7,157.

How do Dallas property taxes compare to the Texas average?

Dallas's average effective rate of 1.49% is 10% above the Texas state average of 1.35%.

What factors affect property tax rates between ZIP codes in Dallas?

Property tax rate differences within Dallas are typically driven by school district boundaries (which can account for 40–60% of a tax bill), special assessment zones for fire, water, or transit services, and whether a ZIP falls within city limits or an unincorporated area. Each taxing jurisdiction sets its own rate, which is why adjacent ZIP codes can have noticeably different effective rates.

Tips for Dallas Homeowners

  • Appeal your assessment: If your home is assessed higher than its market value, you can file a property tax appeal. Studies suggest 30–60% of properties are over-assessed. Most counties offer a free informal review process.
  • Check your exemptions: Homestead exemptions can reduce your taxable value and are available to primary residents in most states. Senior, veteran, and disability exemptions may also apply. Exemptions must typically be applied for — they are not automatic.
  • Know your assessment cycle: Texas reassesses properties periodically. After buying a home, your next tax bill may reflect a new assessment based on your purchase price. Budget accordingly, especially if you bought above prior assessed values.
  • Compare ZIP codes before buying: Even within Dallas, effective tax rates can vary significantly across ZIP codes due to different school district overlays. Use PropertyTaxByZip to compare specific ZIPs before choosing a neighborhood.

Looking for county-level property tax data? View Dallas County on TaxByCounty.com

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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