Hunting

Deer hunting in Mills County has antler restrictions

Mills County falls under Texas Parks and Wildlife Department North Zone deer rules, which include a buck antler restriction.

Mills County The Great Outdoors

Mills County is in TPWD's North Zone for white-tailed deer. The general limit is five deer total per season, with no more than two bucks across all seasons combined. There is an antler restriction: only one of those bucks may have an inside antler spread of 13 inches or greater. The second buck must be a spike or have a spread under 13 inches.

Season dates and limits can change each year. Always check the TPWD Outdoor Annual for the current season before you hunt. Hunters must also report turkey harvests — mandatory harvest reporting applies in this county. Seasons, bag limits, and required licenses are listed by county on the TPWD website.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Mills County Hunting Regulations

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Property Tax

Two offices handle property taxes in Mills County

Mills County splits property tax duties between two offices, so you need to know which one to contact.

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Homestead Exemption

File a homestead exemption to lower your property tax bill

If your home in Mills County is your main residence, a homestead exemption can reduce the taxable value of your property.

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Ag Valuation

Rural land in Mills County may qualify for agricultural valuation

Land used for farming, ranching, or wildlife management can be taxed on its production value rather than market value, which is often much lower.

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Local Economy

Mills County's economy runs on livestock, not crops

Cattle, sheep, and goats make up about 90 percent of Mills County's farm income, shaping the land and community.

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