This page helps you handle Property Tax in Wise County, Texas, including how to look up an account, pay a bill, and find the right office for questions or corrections.
Most users will start with the Wise County Tax Office online search. The Wise County Tax Assessor / Collector handles property tax collections, payment questions, and in-person service at county tax offices.
Wise County online property tax search
Use the county's Search Wise County property tax records page to look up an account and check paid or unpaid status.
- Account number, entered with dashes
- Owner name
- Owner mailing address
- Property location
You can search by account type and choose whether to include inactive accounts. The search page also lets you filter by paid, unpaid, or both.
- Choose the search type that best matches the information you have.
- Enter the account number with dashes, or search by owner name, owner address, or property location.
- Review the account result and payment status shown for the property tax record.
Tip: For property location searches, enter the street number and street name only. Do not add a street type or direction such as Ave., Ln., or Dr.
Payment deadlines and installment options
Wise County tax bills are mailed in October and are due when received. January 31 is the last day to pay without penalty or interest. If January 31 falls on a weekend, payment is timely on the next business day. Mailed payments must be postmarked on or before January 31.
The delinquent schedule below shows how charges increase after February 1.
| Month | Penalty | Interest | Total | Additional charges |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 6% | 1% | 7% | None listed |
| March | 7% | 2% | 9% | None listed |
| April | 8% | 3% | 11% | An extra 20% attorney fee applies to unpaid business personal property and personal property accounts such as mobile homes. |
| May | 9% | 4% | 13% | None listed |
| June | 10% | 5% | 15% | None listed |
| July | 12% | 6% | 18% | An extra 20% attorney fee is added to unpaid real property accounts on July 1. |
Wise County accepts cash, check, money order, and credit card for property tax payments. You can also pay online by debit card, credit card, or electronic check. Convenience fees apply to debit card, credit card, and electronic check payments. Partial payments are accepted, and penalty and interest apply only to the unpaid portion.
Taxpayers with an over-65 or disabled person exemption can pay current taxes in four installments without penalty or interest if the request is made in writing by January 31. The installment dates are January 31, March 31, May 31, and July 31. For quarter payments made through the website, send notice to TAXOFFICE@CO.WISE.TX.US after payment so the county can process the agreement documents.
Estimator, statements, and account corrections
The county's Estimate Wise County property taxes tool lets you choose a tax year, taxing units, and exemption status to preview a tax amount. It includes options for Homestead, Over 65, Disabled Person, surviving spouse, and multiple disabled veteran categories.
If you did not receive a tax statement, you can print one from the county website or contact the Tax Office for help. Not receiving a statement does not change the tax's validity, due date, lien status, penalty, or interest. If your taxes are paid by a mortgage company, forward the statement to the mortgage company.
For ownership questions, mailing address corrections, or exemption filings, contact your local Appraisal District at (940) 627-3081. For general office details, payment information, and locations, use the view the Wise County Tax Office page.
Wise County property tax contacts
Use these county tax office contacts for property tax help and in-person service.
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Wise County Tax Assessor / Collector Main Office, 404 W. Walnut, Decatur, TX 76234
Tax: (940) 627-3523
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm -
Boyd Office, 125 FM 730 N., Boyd, TX 76023
Auto/Tax: (940) 433-2886
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Closed: 12:00pm - 1:00pm each day -
Bridgeport Office, 1007 13th Street, Bridgeport, TX 76426
Auto/Tax: (940) 683-2299
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Closed: 12:00pm - 1:00pm each day
Common questions
Where can I look up a Wise County property tax account?
Use the Wise County Tax Office Online Taxes Search. You can search by account number, owner name, owner mailing address, or property location, and you can check paid or unpaid status.
When are Wise County property taxes due?
Tax bills are mailed in October and are due when received. January 31 is the last day to pay without penalty or interest. Taxes become delinquent on February 1. If January 31 falls on a weekend, payment is timely on the next business day. Mailed payments must be postmarked on or before January 31.
Can I make partial or quarterly property tax payments?
Yes. Wise County accepts partial payments, and penalty and interest apply only to the unpaid balance. Taxpayers with an over-65 or disabled person exemption can pay current taxes in four installments if they request that option in writing by January 31.
What should I do if I did not get a tax statement or the account information is wrong?
You can print a statement from the county website or contact the Tax Office. If ownership or mailing address information is wrong, contact the local Appraisal District at (940) 627-3081. If your mortgage company pays the taxes, send the statement to the mortgage company.
Can the Wise County Tax Assessor / Collector waive penalty and interest?
No. The Tax Assessor / Collector cannot waive or defer penalty and interest on delinquent property tax. Under Texas law, only the governing body for the taxing unit may authorize a waiver under specific criteria.