In 2024, the Hidalgo County chief appraiser earned a salary of $220,000. In contrast, the highest salary for a Registered Professional Appraiser (RPA) was $155,000. Appraisal Review Board (ARB) members received daily stipends ranging from $175 to $525, with a median of $350.

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HidalgoCAD Salary Summary

Chief Appraiser Salary	$220,000
Car Allowance for Chief Appraiser?	Yes
Monthly Car Allowance for Chief Appraiser	$1,000
Retirement Package for Chief Appraiser?	Yes
Healthcare Package for Chief Appraiser?	Yes
Median Salary for RPA Appraiser	$64,995
Highest Salary for RPA Appraiser	$155,000
Defined Benefit Plan?	Yes
Lowest Appraisal Review Board Per Diem	$175
Median Appraisal Review Board Per Diem	$350
Highest Appraisal Review Board Per Diem	$525