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Ward County Appraisal District

Local Appraisal District

O’Connor is the leading company representative for the Ward County Appraisal District property owners because:

  • For over 20 years, O’Connor has provided property tax consulting services in the Ward County Appraisal District and has continuously produced results.
  • O’Connor is one of the most aggressive property tax consultants.
  • We know the processes and appropriate contracts at Ward County Appraisal District.
  • Our experience has allowed us to compile sales and unequal appraisal data consistent with the format expected by the Ward County Appraisal District and the Ward County Appraisal Review Board.

Ward County Appraisal District

Local Appraisal District

Austin County Appraisal District’s(CAD) formal and informal hearings resulting in reductions are displayed in the graphs below :

  • The Austin County Appraisal District’s total tax savings in the year 2020 is $2,550,000 which is higher than the 2019 value of $1,090,000.
  • Learn more about the total protests in Austin county from 2014 to 2020. Austin County – Property Taxes vs CPI highlights the difference between commercial and residential values vs the CPI.
  • In 2020 the residential percentage of 54% is higher when compared with the commercial percentage of 38%. Austin County Appraisal District statistics from the years 2016 to 2020 are listed below.
  • O’Connor has compiled multiple data points from Austin county into one convenient resource.
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1,148

Average HCAD Tax Savings

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Average Property Tax Savings from Protesting (Informal + Formal)

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Residential Property

343

Commercial Property

1,966

Disclaimer: O’Connor is a property tax consultant and is not affiliated with any appraisal district. Data for graphs provided by Texas comptroller.

Single Family
Commercial / Other
Total

Disclaimer: O’Connor is a property tax consultant and is not affiliated with any appraisal district. Data for graphs provided by Texas comptroller.

Single Family
Commercial / Other
Total

2024 County Appraisal District Statistics

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  • address County: Ward
  • address Street Address: 808 S Betty St, Monahans, TX 79756
  • address Mailing Address: PO Box 905, Monahans, TX 79756-0905
  • address Phone: (432) 943-3224
  • address Website: www.wardcad.org

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Ward County Texas totals 836 square miles, with a 2020 population of about 11,644. Adjacent counties include Winkler, Ector, Crane, Pecos, Reeves and Loving county. The total market value of real property and personal property in Ward County in 2020 was $5,000,000,000. Ward County 2020 property taxes are estimated to total $0.055 billion, based on an effective tax rate of 2.4% including homestead exemptions. Ward County property owners protested the noticed value for 48 houses and 265 commercial and BPP properties. Ward County Appraisal Review Board appeals were successful for 37% of the owners. Property owner property tax protests in Ward County results in savings of $15,000,000 million in 2020, or $56,603.77 per account protested. The 2020 budget for the Ward was $660,000 including 3 employees.

Ward Property Tax Values

Ward County

Average Ward Property Tax Values

1,148

Average Texas Property Tax Values

1,148

Frequently Asked Questions

Property tax is calculated by multiplying the appraised value of a property by the tax rates set by local entities such as the county, school districts, and cities. The appraisal district determines the value, while each taxing unit applies its own rate to calculate the final tax amount.

The Ward County Appraisal District is responsible for valuing all real estate and personal property within the county. Some property types, such as mineral or industrial assets, may be appraised through specialized services to ensure accurate valuation.

Property tax rates vary because multiple taxing units—such as the county, cities, and school districts—set their own rates. These rates are combined to determine the total property tax owed by a property owner.

Before making a payment, property owners should review their appraised value, exemptions, and tax breakdown. Checking these details helps ensure that taxes are based on accurate property information and applied rates.

If a property owner believes their appraised value is higher than expected, they can file a protest with the appraisal district after receiving their notice. This allows them to present supporting details. While some handle this independently, others may consider experienced assistance to better review and manage the process.