Rate Breakdown

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

How Property Tax Works in Edwards County

Property tax in Edwards County, Texas, is calculated based on the assessed value of your property. The county appraiser's office determines the value of your property, and this value is used to calculate your tax bill.

The tax rate, also known as the millage rate, is set by the county commissioners court. It is expressed in dollars per $100 of assessed value. The millage rate for Edwards County is 0.6453, which means that for every $100 of assessed value, you will pay $0.6453 in property taxes.

The total tax bill is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of your property by the millage rate. For example, if your property has an assessed value of $100,000, your tax bill would be $645.30 ($100,000 x 0.006453).

The tax year runs from January 1 to December 31, and property taxes are due on February 1st. If you pay your taxes by February 1st, you will receive a 4.17% discount. If you pay by April 30th, you will be charged a penalty of 6% of the unpaid balance.

Available Exemptions

The State of Texas and Edwards County offer various exemptions to reduce your property tax liability. Here are some of the most common exemptions:

• Homestead Exemption: If you own and occupy your home as your primary residence, you may be eligible for a homestead exemption. This exemption reduces the taxable value of your property by $25,000, resulting in a savings of up to $162.88 (0.6453 x $25,000) in property taxes.
• Senior Citizen Exemption: If you are 65 years or older and own and occupy your home as your primary residence, you may be eligible for a senior citizen exemption. This exemption reduces the taxable value of your property by $10,000, resulting in a savings of up to $64.53 (0.6453 x $10,000) in property taxes.
• Disability Exemption: If you are disabled and own and occupy your home as your primary residence, you may be eligible for a disability exemption. This exemption reduces the taxable value of your property by $10,000, resulting in a savings of up to $64.53 (0.6453 x $10,000) in property taxes.
• Veteran Exemption: If you are a veteran who has been honorably discharged from the armed forces and own and occupy your home as your primary residence, you may be eligible for a veteran exemption. This exemption reduces the taxable value of your property by $5,000, resulting in a savings of up to $32.27 (0.6453 x $5,000) in property taxes.

Payment Schedule & Deadlines

Property taxes in Edwards County are due on February 1st. If you pay your taxes by February 1st, you will receive a 4.17% discount. If you pay by April 30th, you will be charged a penalty of 6% of the unpaid balance. If you pay after April 30th, you will be charged a penalty of 6% of the unpaid balance plus interest.

Edwards County offers installment payment options for property taxes. You can pay your taxes in two installments: 1/2 by February 1st and 1/2 by May 1st. If you choose this option, you will not receive a discount, but you will avoid the penalty and interest on the entire amount due.

Appealing Your Assessment

If you disagree with the assessed value of your property, you may appeal your assessment to the Edwards County Appraisal Review Board. The deadline to file an appeal is May 15th. You can file an appeal online, by mail, or in person at the Edwards County Appraisal District office.

To file an appeal, you will need to complete a protest form and provide evidence to support your claim that the assessed value of your property is incorrect. You may also want to hire a real estate appraiser or tax attorney to assist you with your appeal.

The Appraisal Review Board will review your appeal and make a determination based on the evidence you provide. If your appeal is upheld, your assessed value will be reduced, and your tax bill will be reduced accordingly.