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Texas has no state income tax, but Harris County consistently has some of the highest property tax rates in the country.
Texas has no state income tax, but Harris County consistently has some of the highest property tax rates in the country. Every homeowner and renter in Houston is affected by property taxes, either directly or through rent. This guide explains how the Harris County Appraisal District determines the value of your property, how the combined tax rate is set by multiple taxing entities, what exemptions you may qualify for including homestead and senior discounts, and how to protest your appraisal if you believe your assessment is too high.
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