Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Pottsville, Texas
Median Pottsville, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.86%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Pottsville, Texas home value: $179,660
Median annual Pottsville, Texas tax bill: $1,157, $1,243 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Hamilton calculated?
Property taxes in Pottsville, 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 Pottsville's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Pottsville, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.86%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,545
$1,434
How Does the Pottsville Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Pottsville property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Pottsville's median effective tax rate of 0.86% — based on actual property records in Hamilton 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 Pottsville'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 Pottsville: rates range from 0.86% in 76565 to 0.86% in 76565, 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 Pottsville.
About Pottsville Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Pottsville, Hamilton, Texas
Pottsville’s median effective property tax rate of 0.86% is lower than the Hamilton County median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects local property tax assessments tied to the area’s taxing jurisdictions and the way taxable value is determined for each home.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Pottsville. In the 76565 ZIP code, the median effective rate is 0.86%, and the median property tax bill is $1,157. That is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, and it also sits below the $1,889 75th percentile bill in the area.
Homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Hamilton County Appraisal District before the May 15, 2026 deadline.
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 Pottsville, Hamilton 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 Pottsville'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 Pottsville Tax Rate
0.86%
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 Hamilton County Tax Rate
1.09%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76565 | 0.12% | 0.39% | 0.86% | 1.31% | 1.44% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Pottsville, 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton County, assessment notices are sent in the spring each year. They'll typically reach your mailbox by the middle of the month.
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. For example, the median home price in Pottsville is $179,660, with a median tax bill of $1,157. The highest median home price is in 76565 at $179,660.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$150,400
$179,695
$208,990
Median Pottsville Market Value
$179,660
Median Hamilton County Market Value
$175,130
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76565 | $43,618 | $97,440 | $179,660 | $550,070 | $883,084 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
Property tax bills in Pottsville are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. For a home with a median market value of $179,660, the bill is calculated by applying the tax rate to the assessed value, which means homes with higher values generally owe more.
Several factors affect the final bill, including the home’s market value, any exemptions the homeowner qualifies for, and the rates used by local governments and school districts. In Pottsville, the 25th percentile tax bill is $651, while the 75th percentile is $1,889 and the 90th percentile is $3,051. The median tax bill in the area is $1,157, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
For homeowners, this means property taxes can vary widely even among similar homes. A higher assessed value or fewer exemptions can raise the bill, while a successful appeal may lower it.
Median Pottsville Tax Bill
$1,157
Median Hamilton County Tax Bill
$1,603
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Pottsville, Hamilton County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76565 | $358 | $651 | $1,157 | $1,889 | $3,051 |
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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| Hamilton Appraisal District | |
| Website | hamiltoncad.southwestdatasolutions.com |