Jim Hogg County, TX Property Records
Jim Hogg County, Texas, property records cover the deeds, mineral and royalty conveyances, plats, liens and other instruments recorded against land in this South Texas ranching and energy county, along with the appraisal roll that determines taxable value. They are useful for confirming ownership of a lot or ranch tract, checking acreage and exemptions, and preparing for a sale.
Recorded instruments are filed with the county clerk in Hebbronville, the county seat, and values are set by the Jim Hogg Appraisal District at 515 W. Viggie Street. The Texas Comptroller's Jim Hogg appraisal district directory listing is an official source for the district's website and phone number, 361-527-4033.
Jim Hogg County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Jim Hogg County has a median rent of $754, below the Texas median of $874 and the national figure of $840.25. The median home value is $115,100, compared with $130,900 statewide and $173,750 nationally, so housing here is more affordable than in most of the state. Renter-occupied housing is 36.29% of occupied homes, well above the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, which shows a larger rental market than usual.
The median property tax rate is 1.75%, noticeably higher than the Texas rate of 1.23% and more than double the national rate of 0.74%. Even with modest home values, owners face a heavier tax rate than their counterparts elsewhere.
Median household income is $42,292, under the state median of $60,132 and the national median of $65,108. The unemployment rate is 2.92%, slightly above the 2.72% for Texas and the 2.87% nationally.
In short, Jim Hogg County combines low rents and home values with a high tax rate, lower incomes, and a sizable renter population.
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How to Search Jim Hogg County, TX Property Records
Property records in Jim Hogg County are handled through the Jim Hogg County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting real estate in the county. These records are used to confirm ownership, trace transfers, and review liens before a purchase or refinance.
To search recorded documents, use the Jim Hogg County official records search. It lets you look up instruments by name, document type, and recording date. For office information and recording services, visit the Jim Hogg County Clerk page.
The Clerk's office is at 102 E. Tilley, Hebbronville, TX 78361, open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and can be reached at 361-527-4031. General background on Texas property taxes and appraisals is available from the Texas Comptroller property tax resources.
Begin with an owner's name and a date range, then open the matching documents to review details. If a record is not available online, call the Clerk's office for help.
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Jim Hogg County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Jim Hogg County property records by address?
Recorded documents are searched through the Jim Hogg County official records search, which is organized mainly by name, document type, and date. To connect a record to an address, begin with the owner's name or legal description. The Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 can help match an address to a recorded document.
How can I find property owners in Jim Hogg County?
Search the Jim Hogg County official records search for deeds, which identify the buyer and seller in each transfer. The most recent deed for a property usually shows the current owner. You can also visit the Clerk's office at 102 E. Tilley, Hebbronville, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Jim Hogg County?
Assessed values come from the county's appraisal records rather than the Clerk's recorded documents. For an overview of how Texas appraisals, exemptions, and protests work, see the Texas Comptroller property tax resources. For a specific parcel, call the Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 to be pointed to the right office.
Where can I find Jim Hogg County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued by the county's tax office, not the Clerk. Call the Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 for direction to the right office for a bill or payment history. General information about Texas property taxes is available from the Texas Comptroller.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Jim Hogg County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded instruments are kept by the Jim Hogg County Clerk. Search them online through the Jim Hogg County official records search, or see the Jim Hogg County Clerk page for recording details. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Where can I access Jim Hogg County parcel maps and GIS information?
Parcel maps and GIS layers are generally maintained by the county's appraisal office. Call the Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 and ask which office provides parcel maps. Recorded plats and legal descriptions can be requested from the Clerk's office at 102 E. Tilley, Hebbronville.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Jim Hogg County?
Texas counties have limited zoning authority, so permit and zoning rules often come from the city where a property is located. Contact the relevant city or county office before building or changing a property. The Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 can help you find the right department.
How can I create a list of property owners in Jim Hogg County?
Online tools are designed for single-property lookups, so a list of owners means searching the Jim Hogg County official records search by date range and document type. For bulk requests or copies of records, call the Jim Hogg County Clerk at 361-527-4031 and ask what is available.