This page helps with Property Tax tasks in Wichita County, Texas, including searching an account, checking payment status, reviewing tax rates, and finding the right office for the next step.
Most users will start with the Wichita County Online Taxes Search, then use the Wichita County Tax Assessor / Collector website for payment rules, penalties, and related property tax services.
Wichita County Online Taxes Search
The main public lookup tool is the search property tax accounts online page. It supports active and inactive accounts, and you can view both paid and unpaid records.
- Account Number, including dashes
- Owner Name, entered as last name first
- Owner Address
- Property Location
Use the search format shown on the page. For property location, enter the street number and street name only. Do not include a street type or direction such as Ave., Ln., or Dr.
- Choose the account type and whether to include inactive accounts.
- Select paid, unpaid, or both under pay status.
- Search by account number, owner name, owner address, or property location.
- Review the matching account and confirm the payment status before making a payment.
Important: account numbers must include dashes in the format shown on the search page.
Payment deadlines, fees, and delinquent taxes
Property taxes are due upon receipt. Payments with a U.S. postmark of January 31 or earlier are treated as timely. The tax office also accepts partial payments on current year, non-delinquent taxes through January 31.
You can pay by phone at toll-free (866) 511-6677. If you use a live representative, you will need bureau code 7580933 and your 6 digit account number. Card payments carry a 2.35% charge, and E-Check payments cost a flat $1.00.
The following table shows the stated delinquent tax increases after January 31 for taxes not paid by that date.
| Month paid | Total added |
|---|---|
| February | 7% |
| March | 9% |
| April | 11% |
| May | 13% |
| June | 15% |
| July | 18% |
Accounts not paid in full by June 30 of the year they become delinquent are referred for collection and incur an additional penalty equal to 20% of the total taxes, penalties, and interest due.
Owners with the over 65 or disability exemption may qualify for quarter payments. One fourth of the tax amount must be paid before February 1, and the remaining payments are due in March, May, and July.
Truth in Taxation and tax rates
For adopted rates, no-new-revenue rates, voter-approval rates, and worksheet links by taxing entity, use the view Truth in Taxation and tax rates page. It includes Wichita County and other taxing entities such as Wichita Falls ISD, City of Wichita Falls, Holliday ISD, Electra ISD, and Electra Hospital.
If you want to estimate taxes before paying, the Wichita County Tax Estimator lets you select a tax year, taxing units, exemption status, and property value.
The Wichita County tax office collects property taxes for Wichita County, the City of Burkburnett, the City of Wichita Falls, the City of Electra, Electra I.S.D., Holliday I.S.D., Wichita Falls I.S.D., City View I.S.D., and Electra Hospital.
Property values, exemptions, and related account issues
For property values, exemption applications, and protest matters, the Wichita Appraisal District is the key office. The site states that the general deadline to file a Notice of Protest with the Appraisal Review Board is May 15, 2026.
Exemption applications are filed with the Wichita Appraisal District. The general deadline for filing an exemption application is before May 1. Current exemptions for the tax year are shown on the tax statement.
If you need to change a mailing address, notify the appraisal district. The tax office states that it can forward written address information to the Wichita Appraisal District on your behalf, but permanent address changes are not made over the telephone.
For mortgage-serviced accounts, the EscrowCheck mortgage payment inquiry tool can help you confirm whether an escrow payment has already been submitted before you pay again or call the office.
Wichita County property tax contacts
Use these contacts for payment, billing, value, exemption, and appraisal questions tied to Wichita County property tax matters.
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Wichita County Tax Assessor / Collector 600 Scott Ave Suite 103, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
Phone: (940) 766-8200
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00am - 1:00pm 2:30pm - 4:30pm -
Wichita Appraisal District 600 Scott Ave, Ste. 300 Wichita Falls, TX 76301
Phone: (940) 322-2435
Email: [email protected] -
Wichita Appraisal District mailing address P.O. Box 5172 Wichita Falls, TX 76307
Phone: (940) 322-2435
Email: [email protected]
Common questions
How do I look up a Wichita County property tax account?
Use the Wichita County online tax search. You can search by account number, owner name, owner address, or property location, and you can include inactive accounts and both paid and unpaid results.
When are Wichita County property taxes due?
Taxes are due upon receipt. A payment with a U.S. postmark of January 31 or earlier is considered timely.
Can I make partial payments on current property taxes?
Yes. The tax office accepts partial payments on current year, non-delinquent taxes through January 31. If a balance remains on February 1, contact the tax office to ask about payment plan eligibility.
Where do I find Wichita County property tax rates?
You can review adopted rates and related tax rate information on the Truth in Taxation and tax rates page.
Who handles property values and exemption applications?
The Wichita Appraisal District handles property values, exemption applications, and protest matters. The tax office directs users there for exemption filings and valuation issues.
What should I do before paying if my mortgage company may have sent the tax payment?
Check the mortgage payment inquiry tool first. It shows real-time payment status from banks, mortgage companies, and other lenders so you can see whether an escrow payment has already been submitted.