Stanton, Martin County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Stanton, Texas
Median Stanton, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.91%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Stanton, Texas home value: $61,400
Median annual Stanton, Texas tax bill: $880, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Martin County calculated?
Property taxes in Stanton, 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 Stanton's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Stanton, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Stanton, Martin County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.91%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,173
$1,088
How Does the Stanton Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Stanton property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Stanton's median effective tax rate of 1.91% — based on actual property records in Martin 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 Stanton'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 Stanton: rates range from 1.91% in 79782 to 1.91% in 79782, 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 Stanton.
About Stanton Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Stanton, Martin, Texas
Stanton’s median effective property tax rate of 1.91% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Martin 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 Stanton. Homeowners in the 79782 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.91%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.91%. This reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Martin County. Understanding where you live in Stanton can still help you better estimate your annual tax bill.
Stanton 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 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 Stanton, Martin 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 Stanton'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 Stanton Tax Rate
1.91%
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 Martin County Tax Rate
1.90%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79782 | 0.98% | 1.07% | 1.91% | 1.92% | 1.96% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Stanton, 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 Martin 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 Martin 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. For example, the median home price in Stanton is $61,400, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 79782 has the highest median home price at $61,400.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$61,400
$110,545
$159,690
Median Stanton Market Value
$61,400
Median Martin County Market Value
$70,280
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79782 | $14,250 | $31,170 | $61,400 | $125,005 | $210,882 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
Property tax bills in Stanton are calculated from a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property, and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the annual bill, so changes in home value or tax rates can directly affect what homeowners owe.
For Stanton homeowners, the median home price is $61,400, and the median property tax bill is $880.00. That is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and also below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely, though, with the 25th percentile at $500 and the 75th percentile at $1,644. The highest and lowest median tax bill in the area is $880.00 in ZIP code 79782.
Because property taxes are tied to assessed value, homeowners may see their bills rise if their home’s market value increases.
Median Stanton Tax Bill
$880
Median Martin County Tax Bill
$935
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Stanton, Martin County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79782 | $206 | $500 | $880 | $1,644 | $2,721 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Martin Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.martincad.org |