Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Terlingua, Texas
Median Terlingua, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.92%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Terlingua, Texas home value: $72,000
Median annual Terlingua, Texas tax bill: $565, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Brewster calculated?
Property taxes in Terlingua, 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 Terlingua's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Terlingua, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
0.92%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Terlingua Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Terlingua property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Terlingua's median effective tax rate of 0.92% — based on actual property records in Brewster 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 Terlingua'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 Terlingua: rates range from 0.92% in 79852 to 0.92% in 79852, 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 Terlingua.
About Terlingua Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Terlingua, Brewster, Texas
Terlingua’s median effective property tax rate of 0.92% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Brewster County base levy combined with local school district levies and other local taxing jurisdictions that can affect your bill.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Terlingua. In this area, the median effective rate is 0.92% in the 79852 ZIP code, showing no variation within the city’s reported ZIP data. That means the assessed value of your home and the taxing entities that apply to it are key factors in your annual property tax bill.
Terlingua homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Brewster County Appraisal District before the May 15, 2026 deadline each year.
If your estimated bill 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 Terlingua, Brewster 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 Terlingua'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 Terlingua Tax Rate
0.92%
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 Brewster County Tax Rate
1.33%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79852 | 0.30% | 0.60% | 0.92% | 1.10% | 1.31% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Terlingua, 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 Brewster 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 Brewster County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of April.
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 Terlingua.
For example, the median home price in Terlingua is $72,000, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 79852 has the highest median home price at $72,000.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$28,211
$82,258
$136,304
Median Terlingua Market Value
$72,000
Median Brewster County Market Value
$116,941
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79852 | $11,551 | $33,174 | $72,000 | $149,555 | $263,418 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
Terlingua Property Tax Bills
Property tax bills in Terlingua are based on the assessed value of a home, which is then multiplied by the local tax rate. The assessed value is influenced by the market value of the property, so homes with higher values generally face larger tax bills. Local taxing authorities use this process to determine how much each homeowner owes each year.
In Terlingua, the median home price is $72,000, and the median property tax bill is $565 in ZIP code 79852. That bill can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $206, the 75th percentile at $1,099, and the 90th percentile at $2,007. These differences show how property taxes can affect homeowners unevenly, depending on a home’s assessed value and the tax rate applied in Brewster County.
Median Terlingua Tax Bill
$565
Median Brewster County Tax Bill
$1,372
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Terlingua, Brewster County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79852 | $94 | $206 | $565 | $1,099 | $2,007 |
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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| Brewster Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.brewstercotad.org |