Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Tilden, Texas
Median Tilden, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.40%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Tilden, Texas home value: $45,472
Median annual Tilden, Texas tax bill: $524, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in McMullen calculated?
Property taxes in Tilden, 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 Tilden's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Tilden, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
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Median Effective Tax Rate
1.4%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
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How Does the Tilden Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Tilden property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Tilden's median effective tax rate of 1.40% — based on actual property records in McMullen 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 Tilden's median effective rate across all local levies, providing a more accurate estimate than applying a single county millage rate.
Tilden's rate is higher than the Texas median tax rate of 1.48%, and the typical bill is $524, which is $1,876 lower than the state median tax bill. Your bill may vary by ZIP code within Tilden: rates range from 78072 to 78072, 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 Tilden.
About Tilden Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Tilden, McMullen, Texas
Tilden's median effective property tax rate of 1.40% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the McMullen County base levy combined with local school district levies and Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Tilden. Homeowners in the 78072 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.40%, while those in the same ZIP also pay 1.40%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across McMullen County. Understanding which part of Tilden you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Tilden 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 Tilden, Mcmullen 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 Tilden'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 Tilden Tax Rate
1.40%
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 Mcmullen County Tax Rate
1.40%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78072 | 0.30% | 1.25% | 1.40% | 1.40% | 1.40% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Tilden, 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 McMullen 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 McMullen 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. For example, the median home price in Tilden is $45,472, with a median tax bill of $524. The 25th percentile tax bill is $193, the 75th percentile is $1,026, and the 90th percentile reaches $2,387. The highest median home price is in 78072 at $45,472.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$45,472
$47,945
$50,417
Median Tilden Market Value
$45,472
Median Mcmullen County Market Value
$45,480
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78072 | $6,774 | $19,191 | $45,472 | $120,223 | $408,163 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
Property tax bills in Tilden are based on the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. When a property’s market value is determined, that value is used to calculate the tax bill, which means homeowners with more valuable homes generally pay more. Factors such as location, property characteristics, and local budgets can all influence the final amount.
For Tilden homeowners, the median home price is $45,472, and the median property tax bill is $524.00 in zip code 78072. That bill can vary widely, with the 25th percentile at $193 and the 75th percentile at $1,026, while the 90th percentile reaches $2,387. Compared with the national median property tax bill of $2,400, many homeowners in Tilden pay less, but taxes can still be a meaningful part of annual housing costs.
Median Tilden Tax Bill
$524
Median Mcmullen County Tax Bill
$534
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Tilden, Mcmullen County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78072 | $82 | $193 | $524 | $1,026 | $2,387 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| McMullen Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.mcmullencad.org |