Fulton, Aransas County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Fulton, Texas
Median Fulton, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.38%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Fulton, Texas home value: $113,225
Median annual Fulton, Texas tax bill: $1,329, $1,071 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Aransas calculated?
Property taxes in Fulton, Texas are calculated based on the tax assessed value, which is often lower than the actual market value due to property tax exemptions such as the homestead or senior exemption.
Understanding Fulton’s property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Fulton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Fulton, Aransas County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.38%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Fulton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Fulton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Fulton's median effective tax rate of 1.38% — based on actual property records in Aransas County — to generate your estimate.
Enter your property's estimated assessed value — the figure the local appraisal district uses to calculate your bill, which reflects any exemptions you hold and is typically lower than your home's market value. Our calculator applies Fulton's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Fulton: rates range from 1.38% in 78358 to 1.38% in 78358, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Fulton.
About Fulton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Fulton, Aransas, Texas
Fulton’s median effective property tax rate of 1.38% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Aransas County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Fulton. Homeowners in the 78358 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.38%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 1.38%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Aransas County. Understanding which part of Fulton you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Fulton homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Appraisal District before the May 15, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill above seems higher than expected, Ownwell can review your assessment and protest on your behalf. You only pay if we save you money.
Property Tax Rates Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
As noted earlier, local government entities set tax rates, which can vary widely within a state.
Why? Because annually, each county estimates its required budget to provide services and divides that by the total value of all taxable property within its jurisdiction. This calculation results in the property tax rate.
While there are votes and laws involved in setting tax rates and budgets, in a nutshell, this is the annual process.
Below, you can compare Fulton’s effective property tax rate to other cities in Texas and the median property tax rates in Texas and the U.S.
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Fulton Tax Rate
1.38%
Our median effective property tax rate (tax bill ÷ assessor's market value) accounts for exemptions and deductions, making it more accurate than the general median tax rate, which is the midpoint of statutory rates before adjustments.
Median Effective Aransas County Tax Rate
1.09%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78358 | 0.41% | 0.85% | 1.38% | 1.44% | 1.45% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Fulton, Texas, understanding the distinction between "market value" and "assessed value" is crucial.
The market value is what a willing buyer would pay to a willing seller in an open and competitive market, often influenced by location, property condition, and economic market trends. The Aransas County appraisal district estimates the market value for tax purposes.
The assessed value is the market value minus any applicable exemptions or limits determined by local laws and offerings. The tax assessed value is the figure used to calculate your property taxes or the amount multiplied by your tax rate to get your tax bill.
Assessment notices:
In Aransas County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of May.
Each property owner receives an assessment notice that contains both the market value and assessed value, along with an estimate of your property tax bill. By providing insights into how assessed and market values are determined, this section helps property owners navigate their tax responsibilities and understand the valuation processes affecting their property taxes in Fulton.
For example, the median home price in Fulton is $113,225, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 78358 has the highest median home price at $113,225.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$113,225
$179,000
$244,775
Median Fulton Market Value
$113,225
Median Aransas County Market Value
$220,355
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78358 | $14,940 | $38,870 | $113,225 | $245,680 | $361,530 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
How are property tax bills calculated in Fulton, Texas?
Property tax bills in Fulton are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities in Aransas County. The assessed value is compared with the market value of the property, and that figure is used to determine how much tax a homeowner owes. For a home with a median price of $113,225, the tax bill can vary widely depending on the exact assessment and applicable rates.
What factors affect the bill?
Location, property value, and local taxing jurisdictions all play a role. In Fulton, the median tax bill is $1,329 in ZIP code 78358, while bills can range from $348 at the 25th percentile to $4,453 at the 90th percentile. That spread shows how much assessments and tax rates can change what homeowners pay each year. For many homeowners, a higher assessed value can mean a larger bill, which makes understanding the calculation important.
Median Fulton Tax Bill
$1,329
Median Aransas County Tax Bill
$1,849
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Fulton, Aransas County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78358 | $104 | $348 | $1,329 | $2,869 | $4,453 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Aransas Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.aransascad.org |