Flood Zones

FEMA flood maps for Nueces County were recently revised

Revised flood maps covering Corpus Christi, Bishop, and unincorporated Nueces County show which areas face the highest flood risk.

Nueces County Home & Property

FEMA publishes Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) that define Special Flood Hazard Areas — zones with a high chance of flooding in any year. These maps affect whether you need flood insurance and how much it costs.

Revised preliminary maps for Nueces County were released for public review by FEMA. Property owners can appeal if they think their land was mapped incorrectly. Check the FEMA Flood Map Service Center to see which flood zone your address is in before you buy or build.

Source to confirm: FEMA — Revised Preliminary Flood Maps for Nueces County

More Nueces County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two different offices handle your property tax

The appraisal district sets your property value; the tax office sends the bill and collects the money.

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Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption can lower your property tax bill

If this home is your main residence, you may qualify for an exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Special Districts

Several special districts can add to your tax bill

Depending on where you buy, Emergency Service Districts, drainage districts, and hospital and water authority districts may all appear on your tax statement.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farmland can be taxed on what it produces, not its market value

Qualifying farm or ranch land in Nueces County may be appraised at productivity value rather than full market value, which usually means a much lower tax bill.

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