This page helps you handle property tax tasks in Gregg County, Texas, including finding your tax balance, checking payment timing, and knowing which local office to contact for tax or appraisal questions.
Most payment and balance lookups run through the Gregg County Tax Office search portal. For exemptions, appraisal records, and some tax rate details, Gregg Appraisal District is also part of the process.
Gregg County property tax search and payment
Use the Gregg County online tax search to find accounts collected by the Gregg County Tax Office and move into online payment by card or e-check.
- Account number
- Owner name, with the last name first
- Property address
- CAD reference number
- Fiduciary number
You can also add a second search field to narrow the results before you submit the search.
- Open the search and payment portal.
- Enter one search value, choose the matching “Search By” option, and add a second search value if you need to narrow the results.
- Run the search and open the matching account.
- Use the payment option on the balance page to add the account to the shopping cart.
- Pay online by Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, or e-check.
Tip: The shopping cart can hold up to 50 accounts, but accounts are not saved there after you leave for the payment site.
Online payment fees
These fees apply when you pay Gregg County property taxes online.
| Payment method | Fee |
|---|---|
| Credit card | 2.2% with a $1.00 minimum |
| Debit card from $0.01 to $75.00 | 2.2% with a $1.00 minimum |
| Debit card from $75.01 and up | $1.75 per transaction |
| E-check | $1.00 per transaction |
A returned item fee of $30.00 applies to failed payments.
Payment deadlines and installment timing
Gregg County mails tax bills in October. Current taxes are due by January 31, and penalty and interest begin on February 1.
| Date | What it means |
|---|---|
| January 31 | Last day to pay before delinquency |
| February 1 | Penalty and interest start on unpaid prior year taxes |
| March 31 | Second installment due for qualifying quarter payment plans |
| May 31 | Third installment due for qualifying quarter payment plans |
| July 31 | Final installment due for qualifying quarter payment plans |
Quarter payment plans are available for Over 65 homesteads, Disabled Veterans homesteads, and Disability Homestead Exemptions. The first payment is due by January 31, followed by March 31, May 31, and July 31.
For a broader county schedule, including attorney fee timing and October bill mailing, review the Gregg County property tax calendar.
Tax statements, discounts, and coverage
Gregg County Tax Office collects for 20 entities, including Gregg County, several cities, school districts, Kilgore College, and Gregg County emergency services districts. It does not collect for properties outside Gregg County in those districts, and it does not collect for Gladewater ISD or Pine Tree ISD.
Some entities offer an early payment discount of 3% in October, 2% in November, and 1% in December. Those entities are Gregg County, City of Lakeport, County Road & Bridge, City of White Oak, Clarksville City, and Spring Hill ISD.
You can review the county’s statement rules and collection coverage on the Tax Statement Information page.
Exemptions, appraisal records, and tax rates
For homestead exemptions, appraisal district records, online forms, and property search by owner, address, or property ID, Gregg Appraisal District handles a separate part of the property tax process.
You can use the Gregg CAD property search for appraisal-side records and use the online forms portal for exemption and address change filings. Gregg County also posts county tax rates and exemption links through its Tax Assessor-Collector pages.
Use Gregg CAD for appraisal and exemption issues, and the Gregg County Tax Office for collection and payment issues.
Property tax contacts
Use these contacts based on the part of the property tax process you need.
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Gregg County Tax Assessor-Collector — Gregg County Courthouse, 100 E. Methvin St. Suite 110, Longview, TX 75601
Collections: (903) 237-2552
Property Tax Questions: PropTax@co.gregg.tx.us -
Gregg County Tax Office — PO Box 1431, Longview, TX 75606
Phone: (903) 237-2552 -
Gregg Appraisal District — 4367 W. Loop 281, Longview, TX 75604
Phone: (903) 238-8823
Email: greggcad@gcad.org
Common questions
How do I find my Gregg County property tax balance online?
Use the Gregg County tax search portal. You can search by owner name, property address, account number, CAD reference number, or fiduciary number, then open the matching account to view the balance and payment options.
Can I pay more than one Gregg County property tax account at the same time?
Yes. The online shopping cart lets you add multiple accounts, with a limit of 50 accounts in one payment session.
When are Gregg County property taxes due?
Tax bills are mailed in October and are due by January 31. Penalty and interest begin on February 1 if the taxes remain unpaid.
Who should I contact about a homestead exemption or appraisal record?
Contact Gregg Appraisal District for exemption filings, appraisal records, and related forms. Contact the Gregg County Tax Assessor-Collector for payment, collections, and property tax balance questions.
Does Gregg County collect taxes for every local school district in the county?
No. Gregg County states that it does not collect for Gladewater ISD or Pine Tree ISD, and it does not collect for properties outside Gregg County in the listed districts.