I live in Harris County NW of downtown Houston. Homes are somewhat affordable but it’s hard to find anything less than $180,000 for 1400 s.f. But taxes are outrageous. On a $120,000 house yearly taxes will run around $3,600 if you have a “rural” water company. They can tax you.
I’ve noticed the property tax issue in Texas before. I have to assume the bulk of your property taxes are for government schools.