Barstow, Ward County, Texas Property Taxes
Property Taxes in Barstow, Texas
Median Barstow, Texas effective property tax rate: 1.69%, significantly higher than the national median of 1.02%, and higher than the Texas state median of 1.48%.
Median Barstow, Texas home value: $31,820
Median annual Barstow, Texas tax bill: $364, lower than the national median property tax bill of $2,400.
How are property taxes in Ward calculated?
Property taxes in Barstow, 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 Barstow's property tax system, exemptions, and reduction opportunities can lead to significant savings. Regardless of where you live in Barstow, knowing local tax details benefits homeowners and investors.
Last Updated April 13, 2026
Barstow, Ward County, Texas Property Tax Bill Calculator
$100,000
$1,500,000
$3,000,000
Median Effective Tax Rate
1.69%
Estimate Property Tax Bill
$538
$499
How Does the Barstow Property Tax Calculator Work?
Use this Barstow property tax calculator to estimate your annual property tax bill. Enter your property's assessed value and our calculator applies Barstow's median effective tax rate of 1.69% — based on actual property records in Ward 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 Barstow'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 Barstow: rates range from 1.69% in 79719 to 1.69% in 79719, 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 Barstow.
About Barstow Property Taxes
About Property Taxes in Barstow, Ward, Texas
Barstow’s median effective property tax rate of 1.69% is higher than the Texas state median of 1.48% and higher than the national median of 1.02%. This rate reflects the Ward 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 Barstow. Homeowners in ZIP code 79719 carry a median effective rate of 1.69%, while those in 79719 pay 1.69%. This spread — 0 percentage points across the same city — reflects how school district boundaries and local assessment districts are drawn across Ward County. Understanding which part of Barstow you live in can make a meaningful difference to your annual tax bill.
Barstow 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 Barstow, Ward 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 Barstow'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 Barstow Tax Rate
1.69%
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 Ward County Tax Rate
1.77%
Median Effective Texas Tax Rate
1.48%
Median Effective United States Tax Rate
1.02%
Property Tax Rates Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Rate | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79719 | 0.49% | 0.98% | 1.69% | 1.69% | 1.69% |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
When examining property taxes in Barstow, 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 Ward 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 Ward 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 Barstow is $31,820, with tax bills ranging significantly across the county. ZIP code 79719 has the highest median home price at $31,820.
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
Source: Ownwell
$22,370
$56,695
$91,020
Median Barstow Market Value
$31,820
Median Ward County Market Value
$81,510
Median Texas Market Value
$258,851
Median United States Market Value
$235,294
Property Tax Assessment Values Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Home Price | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79719 | $3,695 | $11,465 | $31,820 | $84,745 | $132,630 |
Source: Ownwell
Property Tax Bills Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
Property tax bills in Barstow are calculated from the assessed value of a home and the local tax rate set by taxing authorities. The assessed value is based on the market value of the property, and the bill reflects how that value is taxed within Ward County. For homeowners, this means that changes in market value can directly affect what they owe each year.
In Barstow, the median home price is $31,820, and the median property tax bill is $364.00 in 79719. That bill is well below the national median property tax bill of $2,400 and below the national median property tax rate of 1.02%. Bills can still vary widely across homes, with the 25th percentile at $150 and the 90th percentile at $1,514. This range shows how property characteristics and assessed values can lead to very different tax burdens for homeowners.
Median Barstow Tax Bill
$364
Median Ward County Tax Bill
$1,153
Median Texas Tax Bill
$3,441
Median United States Tax Bill
$2,400
Property Tax Bills Across Barstow, Ward County, Texas
| Zip | 10th Percentile | 25th Percentile | Median Tax Bill | 75th Percentile | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79719 | $55 | $150 | $364 | $780 | $1,514 |
Source: Ownwell
Don't miss the deadline to protest!
Dates | |
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| Appeal Deadline | May 15 |
Links | |
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| Ward Appraisal District | |
| Website | www.wardcad.org |