Rate Breakdown

Property taxes in Crane County are calculated by multiplying the assessed value (minus exemptions) by the total local millage rate.

Authority	Avg. Rate
County General Fund	0.45%
School District (Avg)	1.20%
City / Local (Avg)	0.35%

How Property Tax Works in Crane County

Property tax in Crane County, Texas, is calculated based on the assessed value of your property and the applicable millage rates. Here's a breakdown of the process:

The assessment process begins with the appraisal district, which determines the value of your property based on its market value. This value is then multiplied by the tax rate, also known as the millage rate, to calculate your property tax liability.

The millage rate in Crane County is set by the county commissioners court and includes the rates for various districts, such as school districts, county taxes, and special districts. The tax rate for the 2022 tax year in Crane County was 0.8877, which includes the rates for the Crane Independent School District and the county.

• The appraisal district assesses the value of your property, which is then multiplied by the tax rate.
• The resulting value is your property tax liability.
• You can pay your property tax in full or choose to pay in installments.

Available Exemptions

Texas offers various exemptions for property owners, including:

• Homestead Exemption: If you own and occupy your home, you may be eligible for a homestead exemption, which can reduce your property tax liability by up to $25,000.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: If you are 65 or older, you may be eligible for a senior citizen exemption, which can reduce your property tax liability by up to $10,000.
• Disability Exemption: If you have a disability, you may be eligible for a disability exemption, which can reduce your property tax liability by up to $12,000.
• Veteran Exemption: If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for a veteran exemption, which can reduce your property tax liability by up to $12,000.

To qualify for these exemptions, you must meet certain requirements and file an application with the appraisal district by the deadline, which is typically in the summer.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Crane County are due on November 30th of each year. You can pay your property tax in full or choose to pay in installments. If you choose to pay in installments, you will be required to make two payments, with the first payment due on November 30th and the second payment due on February 1st of the following year.

• Payment Deadline: November 30th of each year.
• Installment Payment Schedule:
• First installment: November 30th
• Second installment: February 1st of the following year

Failure to pay your property tax on time can result in late payment penalties and interest. It's essential to make timely payments to avoid these consequences.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you disagree with the assessed value of your property, you can appeal to the appraisal review board (ARB). The ARB is a panel of local citizens who review appeals and make decisions on the assessed value of properties.

• File an appeal with the appraisal review board (ARB) within 30 days of receiving your notice of value.
• The ARB will review your appeal and make a decision on the assessed value of your property.
• If you disagree with the ARB's decision, you can appeal to the state's Office of Taxpayers' Rights Advocate.

It's essential to carefully review your notice of value and consider appealing if you believe the assessed value is incorrect.