Barksdale, Real County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Barksdale, Texas
Median Barksdale, Texas effective property tax rate: 0.97%, significantly lower than the national median of 1.02%, and lower than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Barksdale, Texas home value: $192,676
Median annual Barksdale, Texas tax bill: $1,207, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Real County calculated?
Property taxes in Barksdale, 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 Barksdale's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Barksdale, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Barksdale, Real County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$1,869
$1,734
How Does the Barksdale Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Barksdale property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Barksdale's median effective tax rate of 0.97% — based on actual property records in Real 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 Barksdale'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 Barksdale: rates range from 0.97% in 78828 to 0.97% in 78828, 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 Barksdale.
About Barksdale Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Barksdale, Real, Texas
Barksdale’s median effective property tax rate of 0.97% is lower than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Real County base levy and local taxing jurisdictions that determine how much homeowners owe each year.
Property tax rates are not uniform across Barksdale. In the 78828 ZIP code, the median effective rate is 0.97%, and the median property tax bill is $1,207. That bill is $1,193 lower than the Texas state median tax bill, showing how much location can affect what you pay.
Barksdale homeowners who believe their assessed value is too high can file a formal appeal with the Real 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 Barksdale, Real 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 Barksdale'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 Barksdale Tax Rate
0.97%
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 Real County Tax Rate
1.42%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78828 | 0.31% | 0.49% | 0.97% | 1.36% | 1.42% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Barksdale, 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 Real 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 Real 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 Barksdale homeowners, the median home price is $192,676, and the median tax bill is $1,207, compared with the national median property tax rate of 1.02% and national median property tax bill of $2,400. The highest median home price in the area is $192,676 in ZIP code 78828.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$73,966
$176,533
$279,099
Median Barksdale Market Value
$192,676
Median Real County Market Value
$131,151
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78828 | $27,821 | $105,126 | $192,676 | $337,974 | $1,264,764 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
Property tax bills in Barksdale are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rates set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is based on the market value of the property, and that figure is multiplied by the applicable tax rate to determine the bill. For homeowners, this means that changes in market conditions can affect what they owe each year.
In Real County, the median home price is $192,676, and property tax bills can vary widely. The 25th percentile tax bill is $634, while the 75th percentile is $2,083. At the high end, the 90th percentile reaches $3,946, showing how larger or more valuable homes can face much higher bills. The median tax bill in ZIP code 78828 is $1,207, which is below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%.
Median Barksdale Tax Bill
$1,207
Median Real County Tax Bill
$1,529
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Barksdale, Real County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78828 | $337 | $634 | $1,207 | $2,083 | $3,946 |
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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| Real Appraisal District | |
| Website | esearch.realcad.org |