Stephens County

Stephens County is located in north-central Texas, west of the Dallas–Fort Worth area and within the Rolling Plains region. Created in 1858 and organized in 1876, the county developed around ranching and later expanded with oil and gas production, which remains an important part of the local economy. The county is small in population, with fewer than 10,000 residents, and is characterized by low-density settlement and a predominantly rural landscape. Its terrain includes gently rolling plains, creek valleys, and rangeland, supporting cattle operations, wildlife habitat, and limited dryland farming. Breckenridge serves as the county seat and principal population center, providing local government, commerce, and community services. Stephens County’s cultural identity reflects small-town West Texas traditions shaped by agriculture, energy development, and outdoor recreation associated with its open spaces and waterways.

Stephens County is located in North Central Texas on the western edge of the Dallas–Fort Worth region’s broader hinterland, with Breckenridge as the county seat. The county is part of the West Central Texas area and lies within the Brazos River watershed region.

Population Size

According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Stephens County, Texas, the county’s population was 9,630 (2020 Census). The most recent annual estimate reported by QuickFacts is 9,220 (2023 estimate).

Age & Gender

The U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Stephens County provides county-level age and sex indicators (reported as shares of the total population), including:

• Age distribution (selected age groups and median age)
• Sex (male and female shares)

QuickFacts is the Census Bureau’s summarized county profile and is the standard reference for these indicators.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

The U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Stephens County reports race and Hispanic/Latino origin using Census definitions, including:

• White (alone), Black or African American (alone), American Indian and Alaska Native (alone), Asian (alone), and Two or More Races
• Hispanic or Latino (of any race)

These figures are presented as percentages of the total population for the county.

Household & Housing Data

The U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts profile for Stephens County also provides standard household and housing indicators, including:

• Number of households and persons per household
• Owner-occupied housing rate
• Median value of owner-occupied housing units
• Median gross rent
• Housing units totals and selected characteristics (where available in QuickFacts)

For local government and planning resources, visit the Stephens County official website.

Stephens County, Texas is a largely rural county with low population density, which tends to concentrate telecom investment in and around Breckenridge and can leave outlying areas with weaker service—factors that shape everyday digital communication such as email. Direct county-level email usage statistics are not routinely published; broadband subscription, device access, and demographics from the U.S. Census Bureau (data.census.gov) serve as proxies for likely email access.

Digital access indicators in the Census “Selected Social Characteristics” and “Computer and Internet Use” tables show the share of households with a computer and with an internet subscription (including broadband), which are core prerequisites for regular email use. Age structure also influences adoption: older median age and a higher share of seniors commonly correlate with lower rates of intensive online communication, while working-age adults typically drive routine email use for employment, healthcare, and government services (see Census QuickFacts for Stephens County). Gender distribution is generally close to balanced and is usually less predictive of email adoption than age and connectivity.

Connectivity constraints in rural counties often include fewer wired options, longer last-mile distances, and reliance on satellite or fixed wireless; public deployment context is documented through the FCC National Broadband Map.

Stephens County is in north-central Texas, with Breckenridge as the county seat. The county is predominantly rural, with low population density and extensive ranchland/oilfield land uses. Its terrain is generally rolling plains with scattered tree cover and water features (e.g., Hubbard Creek Reservoir area). These characteristics tend to increase per-subscriber network deployment costs and can create localized coverage variability, especially away from towns and major highways.

Key data limitations and how “availability” differs from “adoption”

• Network availability refers to where mobile broadband service is marketed as available at defined performance levels. The primary U.S. source is the FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC), which is location-based and provider-reported. Availability can overstate real-world performance, especially at the edges of coverage or in areas with terrain/clutter impacts.
• Household adoption refers to whether residents actually subscribe to and use mobile and/or fixed broadband. The most widely used public sources for adoption are the U.S. Census Bureau (e.g., ACS broadband subscription tables). Census measures are typically available at the county level, but may not break out “4G vs 5G” usage or device capability.

Mobile penetration or access indicators (county-level where available)

Household connectivity and “cell-only” indicators (adoption-oriented)

• U.S. Census Bureau (ACS) provides county-level estimates on:
  • Households with a broadband internet subscription (includes cellular data plans and/or fixed broadband, depending on table definition/year).
  • Device ownership categories such as smartphones, computers, and tablets (subject to table availability and margins of error).
  • Telephone service type (landline vs cellular-only) in some ACS products.

County-level values for Stephens County should be taken directly from Census tabulations due to sampling variability in rural counties. Use the Census Bureau’s data portal for the most current ACS county estimates: Census.gov data portal.

Coverage-based access indicators (availability-oriented)

• The FCC BDC provides mobile broadband availability by technology and reported speeds at a granular geography, which can be summarized for Stephens County:
  • Providers report coverage polygons for LTE and 5G variants.
  • “Availability” reflects claimed serviceability, not measured user experience.

The FCC’s mapping and downloadable datasets are the standard sources: FCC National Broadband Map and FCC Broadband Data Collection resources.

Mobile internet usage patterns (4G/LTE, 5G availability)

Network availability (what networks claim to cover)

• 4G/LTE: In rural Texas counties such as Stephens, LTE is typically the most geographically extensive mobile broadband layer. FCC BDC coverage layers are the authoritative source for provider-reported LTE availability at specific locations within the county.
  Source: FCC National Broadband Map (mobile layers).
• 5G: 5G availability in rural areas is often concentrated around incorporated places, highway corridors, and tower-dense zones. The FCC map distinguishes 5G coverage through provider submissions; it does not directly equate to consistent on-device 5G attachment or speeds everywhere within a polygon.
  Source: FCC National Broadband Map (5G availability).

Adoption/usage (what residents actually use)

• Public county-level datasets generally do not provide a direct breakdown of “share of residents using 4G vs 5G.” Actual usage depends on:
  • Device capability (5G handset penetration)
  • Plan type (prepaid vs postpaid; data caps)
  • Signal quality at home/work locations
• For Stephens County, county-level 4G/5G usage shares are not typically published in a standardized public dataset. The most defensible public approach is to:
  • Use FCC for availability (LTE/5G)
  • Use Census ACS for subscription/adoption (broadband subscription, smartphone ownership)

Common device types (smartphones vs other devices)

What can be measured publicly

• The American Community Survey is the primary public source for device ownership categories such as:
  • Smartphone
  • Tablet or other portable wireless computer
  • Desktop or laptop These tables are commonly used as proxies for “device ecosystem” at the county level, though rural-county margins of error can be large.
    Source: Census.gov (ACS device ownership tables).

Typical rural device mix (without assigning county-specific shares)

• In rural counties, smartphones often function as the default internet device for some households due to:
  • Lower upfront cost versus full fixed broadband plus Wi‑Fi equipment
  • Ease of access where fixed providers are limited
• County-specific percentages for “smartphone-only households” should be taken from ACS tables directly; no standardized county dataset provides a complete breakdown of handset models or 5G-capable device penetration.

Demographic and geographic factors influencing mobile usage in Stephens County

Rural settlement pattern and tower economics

• Low-density areas reduce the economic incentive for dense tower placement, which can affect:
  • Indoor signal strength in dispersed housing
  • Capacity in small towns during peak periods
  • Coverage continuity on secondary roads Provider-reported availability can be checked location-by-location in Stephens County using the FCC map.
    Source: FCC National Broadband Map.

Terrain/land cover and propagation

• Rolling terrain, tree cover along creeks, and distance from towers can reduce signal strength or data rates, particularly at indoor locations. These effects are typically not captured in countywide “availability percentages,” which are derived from provider polygons.

Income, age, and housing characteristics (adoption side)

• Mobile-only reliance and broadband subscription rates are associated in national research with factors including income, age distribution, and housing tenure. For Stephens County, the most defensible way to characterize these relationships is to use Census county profiles and ACS tables rather than generalized assumptions.
  Sources: Census.gov and Census QuickFacts.

Travel corridors and service prioritization

• In rural counties, higher-quality mobile coverage is frequently aligned with major roads and population centers due to network planning priorities. Stephens County’s local geography and road network can be cross-referenced with FCC location-level availability results rather than inferred countywide.

Practical separation of “availability” vs “adoption” for Stephens County (summary)

• Availability (supply-side): Use FCC BDC mobile layers to document LTE and 5G coverage claims at specific locations across Stephens County.
  Primary source: FCC National Broadband Map.
• Adoption (demand-side): Use ACS county estimates for broadband subscription and device ownership (smartphone/computer/tablet) to describe household connectivity and device access.
  Primary source: Census.gov.
• State context and planning documents: Texas publishes broadband program and mapping information that can provide statewide framework, though county-level mobile adoption detail is usually limited.
  Source: Texas Broadband Development Office (Comptroller).

County-specific references

• General county information (geography, communities, local services) can be verified through local government resources, which help contextualize rural settlement patterns relevant to connectivity.
  Reference: Stephens County, Texas (official website).

Stephens County is in North Central Texas along the U.S. 180 corridor, with Breckenridge as the county seat. The local economy has long been shaped by energy (oil and gas) alongside ranching and services, and the county’s small-population, rural/regional-media environment tends to concentrate attention on a few high-reach social platforms used for local news, community groups, and marketplace activity.

User statistics (penetration / active use)

• County-specific social media penetration is not published in major public datasets at the county level; the most defensible approach is to use statewide and national benchmarks and apply them as context for a rural Texas county.
• Texas baseline: The Pew Research Center social media fact sheet reports that about 7-in-10 U.S. adults (≈70%) use at least one social media site; Texas adult usage is generally consistent with national levels in large surveys, with local variation driven mainly by age and broadband access.
• Rural benchmark: Pew’s work on urban/rural technology adoption shows rural adults are somewhat less likely than urban/suburban adults to adopt some digital technologies, largely due to access and demographic structure (age), which can translate into modestly lower platform penetration in rural counties such as Stephens County. Source context: Pew Research Center internet and technology research.
• Practical county implication: In Stephens County, overall adult social media use is best characterized as a majority of adults, with lower penetration among older residents and higher penetration among working-age adults; usage is typically mobile-first, reflecting broader U.S. patterns.

Age group trends

Based on national age gradients that reliably predict local patterns:

• Highest usage: 18–29 and 30–49 adults have the highest likelihood of using social media overall and using multiple platforms. Pew’s age-by-platform tables show strong concentration of Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok in younger cohorts. Source: Pew platform-by-age estimates.
• Broadest cross-age platform: Facebook remains the most consistently used platform across age groups, including older adults, and is often the most prominent “community infrastructure” platform (local groups, event sharing, informal announcements).
• Older adults: Usage drops with age for most platforms, though Facebook and YouTube maintain comparatively higher reach among 50–64 and 65+. Source: Pew social media use by age.

Gender breakdown

• Overall social media use: Pew reports broadly similar overall adoption among men and women at the “uses at least one social platform” level, with platform-specific differences. Source: Pew social media fact sheet (gender by platform).
• Platform skews commonly observed in U.S. surveys:
  • Pinterest skews female.
  • Reddit skews male.
  • Instagram often shows a modest female skew; YouTube tends to be more evenly distributed.
• County implication: A rural county typically mirrors these platform-specific skews, while overall use remains relatively balanced by gender.

Most-used platforms (percentages where available; U.S. adult benchmarks)

County-level platform shares are not routinely published; the most reliable available percentages are national adult usage rates from Pew, which provide a defensible proxy for likely platform ordering in Stephens County:

• YouTube: ~83% of U.S. adults use it.
• Facebook: ~68%
• Instagram: ~47%
• Pinterest: ~35%
• TikTok: ~33%
• LinkedIn: ~30%
• WhatsApp: ~29%
• Snapchat: ~27%
• X (formerly Twitter): ~22%
  Source: Pew Research Center—Social Media Fact Sheet.

Local ordering in rural Texas counties often places Facebook and YouTube at the top due to broad age reach, with Instagram and TikTok strong among younger adults, and Snapchat concentrated among teens/young adults.

Behavioral trends (engagement patterns / preferences)

• Community information and group-based engagement: In rural counties, Facebook Groups and local pages often function as high-engagement hubs for community updates (events, school/sports, weather impacts, local commerce). This aligns with Facebook’s broad reach across age groups (Pew data above).
• Video-first consumption: YouTube’s very high reach supports a dominant pattern of long-form and how-to video viewing, while TikTok/Instagram support short-form video discovery and entertainment, especially in younger cohorts. Source: Pew platform adoption and demographics.
• Messaging and lightweight sharing: National research indicates ongoing growth in private or small-group sharing alongside public posting. Pew’s ongoing internet research documents that many users prefer direct messaging and closed groups for day-to-day interaction rather than frequent public posts. Source: Pew internet and technology research.
• Local commerce behavior: Rural/regional markets commonly show higher reliance on Facebook Marketplace and local buy/sell groups relative to platforms that depend on dense metropolitan networks.

Note on data limits: Public, reputable sources generally do not publish Stephens County–specific social platform penetration or platform-by-platform percentages; the figures above use the most widely cited, methodologically transparent benchmarks (Pew) to characterize expected patterns in a rural Texas county demographic context.

Stephens County family and associate-related public records primarily include vital records and court records. Birth and death records are Texas vital records created at the county level and registered with the state; certified copies are typically issued through the county clerk for local events. Marriage records (marriage licenses and indexes) are recorded by the county clerk and treated as public records, subject to redaction of sensitive data. Adoption records are handled through the courts and are generally not open to the public; access is restricted by law and court order.

Public database access in Stephens County commonly includes online search tools for real property and some court/case index information provided through the county clerk’s office or its designated online portal. Availability and coverage (document types and years) vary by system.

Records access occurs in person at the Stephens County Clerk’s office for recorded documents, vital records requests, and copies; some records and indexes may be available online through official county resources. Court case files and minutes are maintained by the district clerk for district court matters.

Privacy restrictions apply to adoption, many birth records, and certain personally identifying information (such as Social Security numbers) which may be restricted or redacted under Texas law.

Official county sources: Stephens County Clerk; Stephens County District Clerk; Texas Department of State Health Services – Vital Statistics.

Types of records maintained

• Marriage license and marriage record

  • Maintained for marriages licensed in Stephens County.
  • The county clerk records the marriage license and related returns/proof of ceremony as part of the county’s Official Public Records.

• Divorce case records (including divorce decrees/final orders)

  • Maintained as civil court case files for divorces filed in Stephens County.
  • The final decree of divorce is included within the district court case record.

• Annulments

  • Maintained as civil court case files (suits to declare a marriage void or voidable) in the district court.
  • The final judgment/order is part of the district court case record.

Where records are filed and how they can be accessed

• Stephens County Clerk (marriage records)

  • Records marriage licenses and maintains recorded marriage instruments.
  • Access typically occurs through:
    • In-person requests at the Stephens County Clerk’s office.
    • Written/mail requests submitted to the county clerk (local office procedures govern fees, identification, and turnaround).
    • Search of recorded instruments through the county’s Official Public Records system where available.

• Stephens County District Clerk (divorce and annulment court records)

  • Maintains district court case files, including petitions, orders, and final decrees for divorces and annulments.
  • Access typically occurs through:
    • In-person requests at the Stephens County District Clerk’s office for copies of pleadings and decrees.
    • Case search access through court indexing systems where available.
  • The district court is the court of record for divorce and annulment proceedings.

• Texas Vital Statistics (state-level indexes and verifications)

  • The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Vital Statistics Section, maintains statewide vital event systems and issues certain verifications and certified copies as authorized by law.
  • Texas Vital Statistics reference portal: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/vital-statistics

Typical information included

• Marriage license / recorded marriage record

  • Full legal names of the parties
  • Date the license was issued
  • County and file/instrument number
  • Ceremony/return information (date and place of marriage, officiant name/title, and certification/return filed)
  • Signatures and attestations as required on the license/return documents

• Divorce decree / divorce case file

  • Names of the parties and case number
  • Court and county of filing, and date of judgment
  • Findings and orders terminating the marriage
  • Terms addressing property division and debt allocation
  • Terms addressing children when applicable (conservatorship/custody, possession/access, child support)
  • Name of judge and signature, and clerk filing information
  • Associated pleadings and orders in the case jacket (petition, waivers, service returns, temporary orders, etc.)

• Annulment judgment / annulment case file

  • Names of the parties and case number
  • Court and county of filing, and date of judgment
  • Legal basis for annulment and findings
  • Orders addressing property, children, and support where applicable
  • Judge’s signature and clerk filing information

Privacy and legal restrictions

• Public access baseline

  • Marriage records recorded by the county clerk and most divorce/annulment filings and judgments are generally public records under Texas law, subject to statutory confidentiality and court-ordered restrictions.

• Confidential information

  • Certain information may be redacted or restricted (commonly including Social Security numbers, some financial account identifiers, and other sensitive identifiers) under Texas rules and statutes governing public access to court records and recorded instruments.
  • Court records can be sealed or access can be limited by court order in specific circumstances.

• Vital statistics issuance rules

  • State-issued certified copies and verifications are subject to Texas Vital Statistics eligibility requirements and identity verification rules, which can limit who may obtain certain certified products.

Stephens County is in North Central Texas, west of the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area, with Breckenridge as the county seat and primary population center. The county is largely rural with a small-town settlement pattern, a comparatively older age profile than large Texas metros, and an economy historically tied to energy, local services, and public-sector employment. (Population size and many of the metrics below are tracked in the U.S. Census Bureau’s data portal and the BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics program.)

Education Indicators

Public schools (number and names)

Public K–12 education in Stephens County is provided primarily by two independent school districts:

• Breckenridge ISD (Breckenridge)
• Moran ISD (Moran)

School-by-school campus counts and campus names vary over time with consolidations and grade-center configurations. The most current campus listings are maintained through district and state reporting, including the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) pages for each district.

Student–teacher ratios and graduation rates

• Student–teacher ratios: The most comparable public reporting for ratios and staffing is through district-level state reporting (TAPR) rather than a single countywide figure. In rural Texas counties, ratios typically cluster around the mid-teens students per teacher, with small campuses often showing lower ratios due to minimum staffing needs (proxy note: county-aggregated student–teacher ratio is not consistently published as a single official metric).
• Graduation rates: Graduation rates are reported at the district and campus level (and by student group) in TAPR. For the most recent year available, district-level 4-year graduation rates should be referenced directly in TAPR because small cohort sizes can cause year-to-year volatility in rural districts.

Adult education levels (attainment)

Adult educational attainment in Stephens County is tracked through the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS):

• High school diploma (or equivalent), age 25+: Reported as a percentage in ACS “Educational Attainment” tables.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, age 25+: Also reported in ACS and typically below large-metro Texas averages in many rural counties (proxy note: county-specific percentages should be pulled from ACS 5‑year estimates to ensure statistical reliability for small populations).

Primary source for county attainment: ACS educational attainment tables for Stephens County.

Notable programs (STEM, CTE, AP/dual credit)

• Career and Technical Education (CTE): Texas districts generally offer CTE pathways aligned to state endorsements (e.g., business/industry, public services, STEM). In rural districts, CTE often emphasizes ag mechanics, health science, business/IT, and trades-adjacent coursework, sometimes through regional cooperatives.
• Advanced academics (AP/dual credit): Availability is typically reported in district course catalogs and TAPR indicators (e.g., participation/performance measures where applicable). Rural districts often use a mix of Advanced Placement, dual credit with regional colleges, and online coursework to broaden offerings.
• Special programs reporting: Program participation and performance indicators are documented in TAPR and related TEA reports.

School safety measures and counseling resources

• Safety requirements: Texas public schools operate under state safety and security requirements, including emergency operations planning, required drills, and campus safety protocols. District implementation details are typically published in district safety plans and board policies.
• Counseling resources: Texas public schools provide counseling services as part of student support frameworks; staffing levels and program emphases vary by campus size. In smaller districts, counseling staff commonly cover multiple grade levels, and student support is often coordinated with regional service providers. District and campus staffing patterns are reflected in state/district reporting and local board documents (proxy note: countywide counseling staff counts are not commonly published as a single consolidated metric).

Employment and Economic Conditions

Unemployment rate (most recent year available)

Stephens County unemployment is reported through BLS LAUS (annual average and monthly). The most recent annual average unemployment rate available should be taken from:

• BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS) (county series for Stephens County, TX)

(Proxy note: a single definitive value is not embedded here because LAUS updates annually and monthly; the BLS series is the authoritative reference for the latest figure.)

Major industries and employment sectors

Based on common rural North Central Texas employment patterns and county-level ACS “Industry” tables:

• Public administration and education/health services (local government, school districts, healthcare and social assistance)
• Retail trade and accommodation/food services (local-serving employment)
• Construction and transportation/warehousing (regional project work and logistics-related roles)
• Manufacturing (typically smaller-scale in rural counties)
• Energy and natural resources (historical and ongoing relevance in parts of this region; measured within mining/oil & gas-related categories where present)

Primary source for sector shares: ACS industry tables for Stephens County.

Common occupations and workforce breakdown

Occupation distributions are reported in ACS (management/professional; service; sales/office; natural resources/construction/maintenance; production/transportation/material moving). In counties like Stephens, higher-than-metro shares are commonly seen in:

• Construction and maintenance
• Transportation and material moving
• Service occupations
• Office/administrative roles in public sector and local businesses

Primary source: ACS occupation tables for Stephens County.

Commuting patterns and mean commute times

• Commute mode: Rural counties typically show high drive-alone shares and low public transit use; carpooling can be modestly higher than large metros.
• Mean travel time to work: Reported by ACS as a county mean (minutes). Rural counties often fall in a mid‑to‑upper 20-minute mean range, with substantial variation depending on out‑commuting to nearby employment centers (proxy note: the official mean is available directly in ACS tables and can differ from regional expectations year to year).

Primary source: ACS commuting and travel time tables for Stephens County.

Local employment versus out-of-county work

• Out-commuting: Counties with limited large employers frequently have a notable share of residents working outside the county, especially to neighboring counties with larger job bases. The best public measure is the U.S. Census Bureau’s origin–destination products.
• Authoritative commuting flows: LEHD OnTheMap provides county commuting inflow/outflow patterns and where residents work versus where jobs are located.

Housing and Real Estate

Homeownership rate and rental share

Homeownership and tenure are reported by ACS (occupied housing units: owner-occupied vs renter-occupied). Rural Texas counties commonly exhibit higher homeownership than state and national averages, with rentals concentrated near the county seat and around smaller multifamily clusters.

Primary source: ACS housing tenure tables for Stephens County.

Median property values and recent trends

• Median home value (owner-occupied): Reported in ACS (median value of owner-occupied housing units). Rural counties often have lower median values than Texas metros, with price movement influenced by interest rates, local employment conditions, and the limited number of annual transactions.
• Recent trends (proxy): In small markets, sale prices can shift materially with a handful of transactions; ACS medians and multi-year estimates provide a steadier view than short-term listings.

Primary source: ACS home value tables for Stephens County.

Typical rent prices

• Median gross rent: Reported in ACS. In rural counties, rents are typically lower than metro areas, with limited apartment inventory and more single-family rentals.

Primary source: ACS rent tables for Stephens County.

Types of housing

Stephens County’s housing stock is generally characterized by:

• Single-family detached homes dominating owner-occupied housing (especially in Breckenridge and dispersed rural areas)
• Manufactured housing present in rural and edge-of-town locations
• Limited multifamily/apartment supply concentrated in or near Breckenridge, with smaller-scale rental properties elsewhere
• Rural lots and acreage tracts outside incorporated areas, often tied to agricultural, recreational, or low-density residential use

Housing structure type is available via ACS: ACS units-in-structure tables.

Neighborhood characteristics (proximity to schools or amenities)

• Breckenridge functions as the primary hub for schools, grocery retail, healthcare access, and civic services; residential areas closer to the core typically have shorter trips to schools and services.
• Outlying communities and rural areas have longer travel distances to campuses, healthcare, and retail, and reliance on personal vehicles is the norm. (Proxy note: neighborhood-level walkability or amenity-distance metrics are not routinely published as official county statistics; commercial indices vary by methodology.)

Property tax overview (average rate and typical homeowner cost)

• Tax rate structure: Texas property taxes are levied by overlapping jurisdictions (county, school district, city, hospital district/other special districts where applicable). The school district M&O + I&S rates typically represent the largest share of the total rate on a homestead within a district.
• Typical rates: Effective property tax rates in Texas commonly fall in the ~1.5%–2.5% range depending on local jurisdictions and exemptions (proxy note: the exact combined rate varies by address and taxing units).
• Typical homeowner cost: Annual tax bill is driven by taxable value after exemptions (notably the homestead exemption) multiplied by the combined local rate. Countywide “typical” bills should be computed from local appraisal and tax office datasets rather than listings.

Authoritative local references:

• Texas Comptroller property tax overview
• County appraisal district and tax office publications (billing and rate tables) for the most precise local combined rates and exemptions (proxy note: office-specific webpages and annual rate tables are the authoritative source for the current year).