El Paso County Appraisal District statistics

El Paso County property tax protest data provides a 2016–2024 view of the total number of property tax protests, with an emphasis on owner challenge activity and appeal volume. The most recent source-table figure is 46,748 protests. From 2016 to 2024, the number of protests increased from 19,982 to 46,748, an increase of 26,766 protests or 134.0%. The highest point occurred in 2024 at 46,748, while the lowest occurred in 2017 at 18,661. 2024 represents the highest year in this comparison. Related indicators include $30.9 billion in total protested value, 21,617 informal property tax protests, and $2.4 billion in property value reductions at Appraisal Review Board (ARB) protest hearings. These figures provide county-level context without replacing account-specific evidence.

Protest volume shows how frequently property owners challenged noticed values, while protested value and reduction figures provide additional context on activity within the appeal process. When reviewing El Paso County property records, owners should compare countywide trends with their property's exemptions, characteristics, and supporting valuation evidence. Use property tax protests guidance to compare the noticed value with comparable sales, equity evidence, applicable exemptions, and property condition before deciding whether to file a protest.