Hunting Regulations

Deer hunting in this county has a specific antler rule

Matagorda County has a four-deer bag limit, but only one of your two bucks can have a wide antler spread — check TPWD for current season dates.

Matagorda County The Great Outdoors

For the 2025-2026 season, hunters in Matagorda County may take up to four deer total: no more than two bucks and two antlerless deer across all seasons combined. A buck is legal if it has at least one unbranched antler, or an inside spread of 13 inches or greater.

However, only ONE of your two bucks may have an inside spread of 13 inches or greater. This antler restriction is specific to this county. Seasons include archery in late September, a general season starting in November, plus youth and muzzleloader seasons in January. Always confirm current dates and rules on the TPWD outdoor annual.

Source to confirm: TPWD — Matagorda County Hunting Regulations

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Property Tax Basics

Two separate offices handle property taxes here

Matagorda County has two separate offices for property taxes — one sets values, and one collects the bills.

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Homestead Exemption

Homestead exemption cuts your school tax bill

Texas law requires school districts to exempt a set amount of your home's value from school taxes — but you must file to get it.

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Coastal Windstorm Insurance

Coastal homes may need windstorm insurance through the state

Matagorda County is one of 14 Texas coastal counties where private windstorm insurance can be hard to get, so many homeowners use the state's backup insurer instead.

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Flood Maps

Flood maps for this county were recently revised

FEMA released revised preliminary flood maps for Matagorda County in early 2025, which could change flood insurance requirements for some properties.

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