Arlington, TX variant. This is a Arlington, TX-specific version of the Property Tax Calculator, using pre-defined local figures (tax rates, median home and income values, and typical regional costs). For the full formula, methodology, and FAQ, open the main Property Tax Calculator.
Arlington property tax runs about 2.05% of value - roughly $5,945/year on the $290,000 median home.
Property tax in Arlington
Tax = assessed value × local rate. The 2.05% effective rate captures Arlington's blend of county, city, and school levies.
On the $290,000 median home that's $5,945/year ($495/month), usually escrowed with your mortgage.
About Arlington, TX
Arlington is in Texas, which has no state personal income tax, though property and sales taxes apply.
Arlington's home prices are moderate within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Arlington sits between Dallas and Fort Worth and is known for its sports and entertainment venues, with a cost of living below the national average.
Worked example: $290,000 home
$290,000 × 2.05% = $5,945/year. A $600,000 Arlington home would owe about $12,300.
Quick reference
- Median home value: $290,000
- Median rent: $1,700/mo
- Median household income: $70,071
- Local sales tax: 8%
- Effective property tax rate: 2.05%
- Cost of living index: 95 (US avg = 100)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the property tax rate in Arlington?
About 2.05% of market value per year.
How much property tax on a median Arlington home?
Roughly $5,945 per year.