Knott, Howard County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Knott, Texas
Median Knott, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.17%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Knott, Texas home value: $209,987
Median annual Knott, Texas tax bill: $1,800, $600 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Howard calculated?
Property taxes in Knott, 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 Knott's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Knott, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Knott, Howard County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.17%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,457
$2,280
How Does the Knott Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Knott property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Knott's median effective tax rate of 1.17% — based on actual property records in Howard 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 Knott'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 Knott: rates range from 1.17% in 79748 to 1.17% in 79748, 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 Knott.
About Knott Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Knott, Howard, Texas
Knott’s median effective property tax rate of 1.17% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Howard County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts that can vary by subdivision throughout the area.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Knott. Homeowners in ZIP code 79748 carry a median effective rate of 1.17%, and the same ZIP also has the lowest median rate at 1.17%. That consistency reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Howard County.
Knott homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the local Appraisal District before May 15, 2026.
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 Knott, Howard 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 Knott'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 Knott Tax Rate
1.17%
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 Howard County Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79748 | 0.62% | 0.83% | 1.17% | 1.27% | 1.29% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Knott, 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 Howard 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 Howard 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 Knott.
For example, the median home price in Knott is $209,987, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. 79748 has the highest median home price at $209,987.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$5,182
$107,585
$209,987
Median Knott Market Value
$209,987
Median Howard County Market Value
$74,482
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79748 | $6,708 | $91,439 | $209,987 | $281,040 | $524,638 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
Property tax bills in Knott are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set for Howard County. When a property is valued at a higher market level, the tax bill generally rises, while a lower assessed value can reduce what a homeowner owes. For this area, the median home price is $209,987, which helps show the kind of property values that feed into the tax calculation.
Homeowners in Knott can expect bills to vary widely depending on the home’s assessed value and any local taxing jurisdictions that apply. The 25th percentile tax bill is $932, while the 75th percentile is $3,044 and the 90th percentile reaches $4,737. The median tax bill in the area is $1,800, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. That means even modest changes in assessed value can have a meaningful impact on annual property taxes.
Median Knott Tax Bill
$1,800
Median Howard County Tax Bill
$979
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Knott, Howard County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79748 | $87 | $932 | $1,800 | $3,044 | $4,737 |
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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| Howard Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.howardcad.org |