Cameron, Milam County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Cameron, Texas
Median Cameron, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.20%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Cameron, Texas home value: $155,065
Median annual Cameron, Texas tax bill: $1,690, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Milam calculated?
Property taxes in Cameron, 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 Cameron's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Cameron, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Cameron, Milam County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.2%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,861
$1,727
How Does the Cameron Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Cameron property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Cameron's median effective tax rate of 1.20% — based on actual property records in Milam 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 Cameron'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 Cameron: rates range from 1.20% in 76520 to 1.20% in 76520, 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 Cameron.
About Cameron Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Cameron, Milam, Texas
Cameron’s median effective property tax rate of 1.20% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Milam 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 Cameron. Homeowners in the 76520 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.20%, while those in the lowest ZIP also pay 1.20%. This spread — 0.00 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Milam County. Understanding which part of Cameron you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Cameron 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 Cameron, Milam 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 Cameron'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 Cameron Tax Rate
1.20%
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 Milam County Tax Rate
1.26%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76520 | 0.34% | 0.71% | 1.20% | 1.66% | 2.26% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Cameron, 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 Milam 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 are sent in April each year and 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 Cameron is $155,065, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. Zip code 76520 has the highest median home price at $155,065.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$97,060
$309,430
$521,800
Median Cameron Market Value
$155,065
Median Milam County Market Value
$170,200
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76520 | $30,377 | $77,512 | $155,065 | $297,485 | $511,660 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
Property tax bills in Cameron are calculated by applying the local tax rate to a home’s assessed value, which is based on the market value of the property. That means the bill depends on both how much the home is worth and the tax rates set by local taxing authorities in Milam County.
For a home with a median market value of $155,065, the property tax bill can vary widely depending on exemptions, local rates, and any changes in assessed value. In Cameron, the median tax bill is $1,690, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Homeowners should pay close attention to their assessed value because even small increases can raise the tax bill. Higher bills can affect monthly housing costs and overall affordability, while a successful appeal or exemption can help reduce what is owed.
Median Cameron Tax Bill
$1,690
Median Milam County Tax Bill
$1,826
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Cameron, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76520 | $283 | $860 | $1,690 | $3,072 | $4,628 |
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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| Milam Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.milamad.org |