ZIP Code 78540

In ZIP code 78540, near Edinburg, a household’s finances face two clear tax costs. The county-level property tax rate is 1.62%, so a $200,000 home would carry about $3,240 in annual property taxes. On top of that, the combined sales tax rate is 8.25%, which adds to the cost of everyday purchases. Together, these rates shape what a family keeps from its income after housing and spending. Buyers weighing a move here should factor both the property tax on their home’s value and the sales tax on daily goods into their overall budget.