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Property Tax

Who Handles Property Taxes in Hutchinson County

Two separate offices handle property taxes here — the appraisal district sets values, and the tax assessor-collector sends bills and takes payments.

Hutchinson County Money & Taxes

The Hutchinson County Appraisal District (HCAD) decides what your property is worth for tax purposes. It is in Borger, not the county seat. HCAD is at 920 Illinois Ave., Borger, TX 79007. Phone: 806-274-2294. Website: hutchinsoncad.org.

The Tax Assessor-Collector's office is in Stinnett at 515 S. Main St. That office collects what you owe after the appraisal district sets the value. If you think your value is wrong, you protest at HCAD — not the tax office. The county has several taxing units: Hutchinson County, the city you live in (Borger, Stinnett, Fritch, or Sanford), your school district, and special districts like North Plains Underground Water Conservation District. Each sets its own rate. Check the Texas Comptroller's county directory to see all taxing units for your address.

Source to confirm: Texas Comptroller — Hutchinson County Directory

More Hutchinson County notes

Homestead Exemption

How to Lower Your Tax Bill with a Homestead Exemption

If your home in Hutchinson County is your main residence, you can file for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value — which lowers your tax bill.

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Mineral Rights

Oil and Gas Are a Big Deal in Hutchinson County

Hutchinson County sits in the Panhandle oilfield, so the land you buy may not include the mineral rights beneath it — those can be owned by someone else entirely.

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Fishing & Recreation

Lake Meredith: Fishing and Recreation Near Hutchinson County

Lake Meredith, managed by the National Park Service, is near Fritch in Hutchinson County and is known for some of the best walleye fishing in Texas.

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Water Supply

Hutchinson County Draws Water from the Ogallala Aquifer

Most water in Hutchinson County comes from the Ogallala Aquifer. This underground water source is shared across the Panhandle — and it is being used faster than it refills.

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