Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Sweetwater, Texas
Median Sweetwater, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.52%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Sweetwater, Texas home value: $126,130
Median annual Sweetwater, Texas tax bill: $623, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Fisher calculated?
Property taxes in Sweetwater, 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 Sweetwater's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Sweetwater, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$656
$609
How Does the Sweetwater Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Sweetwater property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Sweetwater's median effective tax rate of 0.52% — based on actual property records in Fisher 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 Sweetwater'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 Sweetwater: rates range from 0.52% in 79556 to 0.52% in 79556, 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 Sweetwater.
About Sweetwater Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Sweetwater, Fisher, Texas
Sweetwater's median effective property tax rate of 0.52% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Fisher County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Sweetwater. Homeowners in the 79556 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 0.52%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 0.52%. This spread reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Fisher County. Understanding where you live in Sweetwater can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater, Fisher 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 Sweetwater'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 Sweetwater Tax Rate
0.52%
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 Fisher County Tax Rate
0.85%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79556 | 0.30% | 0.45% | 0.52% | 0.61% | 0.72% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Sweetwater, 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 Fisher 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 Fisher County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month when notices are sent.
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 Sweetwater.
For example, the median home price in Sweetwater is $126,130, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 79556 has the highest median home price at $126,130.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$50,830
$100,353
$149,875
Median Sweetwater Market Value
$126,130
Median Fisher County Market Value
$71,935
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79556 | $40,382 | $76,272 | $126,130 | $170,388 | $260,810 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
Property tax bills in Sweetwater are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities in Fisher County. When a home’s market value rises, the assessed value can increase too, which can raise the tax bill. For a home with a median home price of $126,130, the bill reflects how local rates are applied to that value, along with any exemptions or other adjustments that may reduce the amount owed.
Homeowners in Sweetwater should know that property taxes are not a flat charge. They vary by neighborhood, home value, and the taxing jurisdictions that apply to the property. In this area, the 25th percentile tax bill is $323, the 75th percentile is $912, and the 90th percentile is $1,333. The median tax bill is $623, which is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. That means even small changes in assessed value can have a noticeable effect on what homeowners pay each year.
Median Sweetwater Tax Bill
$623
Median Fisher County Tax Bill
$605
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Sweetwater, Fisher County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79556 | $160 | $323 | $623 | $912 | $1,333 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
|---|---|
| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
| Tax Bill | |
| Issued | October 1 |
| Due Date #1 | November 30 |
| Due Date #2 | June 30 |
Links | |
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| Fisher Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.fishercad.org |