33 days until the May 15 protest deadline

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How to Protest Property Taxes in Harris County (2026)

Step-by-step guide for Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD). 33 days until the deadline.

Quick Facts: Harris County

Appraisal District
Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD)
Protest Deadline
May 15, 2026
Online Filing
File online →
Average Tax Rate
2.03%

Tax Rate Breakdown

On a $400,000home, here's approximately what you pay to each taxing entity:

Harris County
0.3917%$1,567/yr
Houston ISD
0.8683%$3,473/yr
City of Houston
0.5118%$2,047/yr
Harris County Flood Control
0.0289%$116/yr
Port of Houston Authority
0.0107%$43/yr
Harris County Hospital District
0.1604%$642/yr
Harris County Education Dept
0.0049%$20/yr
Total$8,120/yr

How to File in {config.name}

  1. Go to the Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) online filing portal
  2. Enter your account number or property address
  3. Select both protest grounds: "Market Value" and "Unequal Appraisal"
  4. Upload your evidence packet (generated by TaxRollback)
  5. Submit and save your confirmation number

Alternatively: File by Mail

Download and fill out Texas Comptroller Form 50-132 (Notice of Protest). Mail to: Harris Central Appraisal District (HCAD) at the address on your appraisal notice. Must be postmarked by May 15, 2026.