This page helps you handle Property Tax tasks in Waller County, Texas, including finding an account, checking a tax bill, reviewing due dates, and knowing which office handles valuation or correction issues.
Most tax payment and statement tasks run through the Waller County Tax Office, while value, exemption, and ownership detail questions are handled through Waller CAD and its Taxpayer Portal.
Waller County property tax search and payment
Use the county tax search to look up a property tax account, then move to the tax office payment page if you need to pay, print a statement, or get a receipt.
- PropertyQuickRefID
- PropertyNumber
- OwnerName
- SitusAddress
- PropertyValue
- LegalDescription
- ID Text
- TaxYear
- PartyQuickRefID
For a faster match, the county states that you can pay property taxes by using a tax statement or bill, the property owner's name or address, or the property ID number.
- Open the county property tax search.
- Search the account using the owner name, address, property number, or another listed field.
- Review the tax record details for the correct parcel or account.
- Use the tax office property tax page to pay a tax bill, get a tax statement, or print receipts.
Important: not receiving a tax bill does not waive penalty or interest, and taxes are due by January 31.
Waller CAD property records and value details
Use Waller CAD when you need appraisal-side details such as owner name, address, property ID, geographic ID, neighborhood, subdivision, hearing date, or protest status. This is the better route for research on value and record details rather than payment processing.
You can search Waller CAD property records by owner name, street number, street name, subdivision, property ID, owner ID, geographic ID, or tax year. The site also supports an advanced search and notes that simple searches, such as a street name alone or only a first or last name, may work better when results are too broad.
For account-based online access to documents and electronic communication, you can use the Waller CAD Taxpayer Portal.
Deadlines and penalty schedule
The main county deadlines and charges below apply to unpaid property taxes after the January 31 due date.
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| January 31 | Last day to pay the tax bill without penalty and interest. |
| February 1 | Penalty and interest begin on unpaid taxes. |
| March 31 | Last day to pay business personal property taxes without accruing attorney fees. |
| June 30 | Real Estate's last day to pay personal property taxes without accruing attorney fees. |
| October | Tax statement mailing begins. |
Delinquent penalty and interest
If the full balance is not paid by January 31, the county lists the following delinquent charges on the remaining amount.
| Month | Penalty | Interest | Total P&I |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 1 | 6% | 1% | 7% |
| March 1 | 7% | 2% | 9% |
| April 1 | 8% | 3% | 11% |
| May 1 | 9% | 4% | 13% |
| June 1 | 10% | 5% | 15% |
| July 1 | 12% | 6% | 18% |
| August 1 | 12% | 7% | 19% |
| September 1 | 12% | 8% | 20% |
| October 1 | 12% | 9% | 21% |
| November 1 | 12% | 10% | 22% |
| December 1 | 12% | 11% | 23% |
| January 1 | 12% | 12% | 24% |
Corrections, exemptions, and tax rate information
The Waller County Appraisal District handles taxable status, appraised value, exemptions, taxable owner, mailing address, and the taxing jurisdictions listed on a tax statement. If you need to correct those items, contact the appraisal district rather than the tax office.
For broader tax information, you can review the county's Truth in Taxation page and the CAD's Certified Totals & Exemptions page.
Texas property tax deadlines for owners, appraisal districts, and taxing units are also available through the Texas Comptroller property tax deadlines calendar.
Installments, deferrals, and tax certificates
Waller County notes that homeowners who are disabled, age 65 or older, or qualifying veterans may be able to pay residence homestead taxes in four equal installments if the first quarter and notice are provided before the delinquency date. The listed installment dates are February 1, April 1, June 1, and August 1.
The county also states that seniors and disabled persons may defer property taxes by filing with the Chief Appraiser at the appraisal district. A deferral postpones payment but does not cancel the taxes.
If you need a tax certificate, the county offers a general tax certificate for $10.00 per account and a detailed tax certificate for $35.00 per account, with a twenty-year limit on detailed certificates. You can use the tax certificate request form and mail a check with the completed request.
Property tax contacts
Use the tax office for billing, payment, receipts, and tax certificates. Use Waller CAD for appraisal, exemption, ownership, and mailing address questions.
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Waller County Tax Office — 836 Austin Street, Suite 1400, Hempstead, TX 77445
Phone: (979) 826-7620
Email: taxoffice@wallercounty.us -
Waller County Appraisal District — 900 13th Street, Hempstead, TX 77445
Phone: (979) 921-0060
Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM -
Waller County Appraisal District mailing address — P.O. Box 887, Hempstead, TX 77445-0887
Phone: (979) 921-0060
Common questions
How do I look up a Waller County property tax account online?
Start with the county property tax search. You can search by fields such as owner name, situs address, property number, or tax year, then use the county tax office page for payment, statements, or receipts.
Which office handles property value or exemption questions?
Waller County Appraisal District handles appraised value, exemptions, taxable owner details, mailing address records, and taxing jurisdiction information shown on the tax statement.
What if I did not receive my property tax bill?
You are still expected to pay on time. The county states that failure to receive a tax statement does not relieve the property owner of the obligation to pay taxes by January 31, and penalties and interest begin on February 1 if the balance is unpaid.
Can I pay Waller County property taxes in installments?
The county says qualifying homeowners who are disabled, age 65 or older, or qualifying veterans may pay residence homestead taxes in four equal installments if they give notice and make the first payment before the delinquency date.
How do I request a tax certificate in Waller County?
Waller County offers a general tax certificate for $10.00 per account and a detailed tax certificate for $35.00 per account. Payment must be made before the request is completed, and the county provides a tax certificate form for the request.
Where can I contact Waller CAD online?
You can use the Waller County Appraisal District contact form for questions or comments about a property record.