Quemado, Maverick County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Quemado, Texas
Median Quemado, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.53%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Quemado, Texas home value: $155,772
Median annual Quemado, Texas tax bill: $533, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Maverick calculated?
Property taxes in Quemado, 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 Quemado's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Quemado, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Quemado, Maverick County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.53%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$826
$766
How Does the Quemado Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Quemado property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Quemado's median effective tax rate of 0.53% — based on actual property records in Maverick 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 Quemado'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 Quemado: rates range from 0.53% in 78877 to 0.53% in 78877, 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 Quemado.
About Quemado Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Quemado, Maverick, Texas
Quemado’s median effective property tax rate of 0.53% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and lower than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Maverick 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 Quemado. Homeowners in ZIP code 78877 carry a median effective rate of 0.53%, and the same ZIP also shows the lowest rate at 0.53%. Understanding where you live in the county can still make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Quemado 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 Quemado, Maverick 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 Quemado'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 Quemado Tax Rate
0.53%
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 Maverick County Tax Rate
0.68%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78877 | 0.16% | 0.40% | 0.53% | 1.03% | 1.72% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Quemado, 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 Maverick 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 Maverick 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 Quemado is $155,772, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 78877 has the highest median home price at $155,772.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$65,408
$113,580
$161,752
Median Quemado Market Value
$155,772
Median Maverick County Market Value
$160,684
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78877 | $42,911 | $88,777 | $155,772 | $271,612 | $413,493 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
How are property tax bills calculated in Quemado?
Property tax bills in Quemado are based on the assessed value of a home, not its market price alone. Local taxing authorities apply their tax rates to that assessed value to determine the final bill, so changes in assessment can directly affect what a homeowner owes.
Several factors influence the amount due, including the home’s assessed value, the tax rates set by local governments, and any exemptions that may apply. With a median home price of $155,772, property taxes can still vary widely from one homeowner to another.
The typical property tax bill in the area is $533, which is well below the $2,400 national median property tax bill and also below the 1.02% national median property tax rate. Bills at the 25th percentile are $283, while the 75th percentile reaches $1,136 and the 90th percentile reaches $1,598. That range shows how assessed value and local rates can create very different tax burdens for homeowners.
Median Quemado Tax Bill
$533
Median Maverick County Tax Bill
$724
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Quemado, Maverick County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78877 | $102 | $283 | $533 | $1,136 | $1,598 |
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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| Maverick Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.co.maverick.tx.us |