Thorndale, Milam County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Thorndale, Texas
Median Thorndale, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.10%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Thorndale, Texas home value: $248,255
Median annual Thorndale, Texas tax bill: $2,197, $203 lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Milam calculated?
Property taxes in Thorndale, 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 Thorndale's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Thorndale, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Thorndale, Milam County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.1%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$2,731
$2,534
How Does the Thorndale Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Thorndale property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Thorndale's median effective tax rate of 1.10% — 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 Thorndale'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 Thorndale: rates range from 1.10% in 76577 to 1.10% in 76577, primarily due to differences in school district levies and local assessment districts. Thorndale's median tax rate is higher than Texas's 1.48% and the median tax bill is $203 lower than the state median bill.
For a more precise estimate, scroll down to explore ZIP code-level tax rate trends across Thorndale.
About Thorndale Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in THORNDALE, Milam, Texas
THORNDALE’s median effective property tax rate of 1.10% 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 that vary by subdivision throughout the city.
Property tax rates are not uniform across THORNDALE. Homeowners in the 76577 ZIP code carry a median effective rate of 1.10%, and the same ZIP code also reflects the city’s median home price of $248,255 and median tax bill of $2,197. Understanding how your assessed value is set can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
THORNDALE homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the 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 Thorndale, 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 Thorndale'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 Thorndale Tax Rate
1.10%
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 Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76577 | 0.31% | 0.62% | 1.10% | 1.53% | 2.03% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Thorndale, 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:
In Milam 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 Thorndale is $248,255, with a median tax bill of $2,197. Zip code 76577 has both the highest median home price and the highest median tax bill at $248,255 and $2,197.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$97,060
$309,430
$521,800
Median Thorndale Market Value
$248,255
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 Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76577 | $27,738 | $99,350 | $248,255 | $500,542 | $839,306 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
Property tax bills in Thorndale 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 tax bill depends on what the home is worth, along with any exemptions or special taxing jurisdictions that apply. For homeowners, a higher assessed value usually leads to a higher bill, while lower assessments can reduce what is owed.
In Thorndale, the median home price is $248,255, and the median property tax bill is $2,197. That is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400, but bills can vary widely from one home to another. The 25th percentile tax bill is $1,005, while the 75th percentile is $4,129 and the 90th percentile reaches $5,933. These differences show how property taxes can affect homeowners unevenly, depending on assessed value and local tax rates.
Median Thorndale Tax Bill
$2,197
Median Milam County Tax Bill
$1,826
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Thorndale, Milam County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76577 | $392 | $1,005 | $2,197 | $4,129 | $5,933 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| 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 |