Pecos County, TX Property Records
Property records in Pecos, Texas, are the official documents that show who owns land in Pecos County and what is recorded against it. They include deeds, mortgages and deeds of trust, releases of lien, easements, plats, mineral and surface conveyances, and related instruments, along with appraisal and tax details for each parcel.
They help buyers verify title, let owners review what is on file for their property, and give lenders and researchers a history of transfers and liens. Recorded documents are kept by the County Clerk in Fort Stockton, and the official Pecos County Clerk page provides office details and access to the county's online records search.
Pecos County, TX Property Records & Statistics
Pecos County's median rent is $831.50, below the Texas median of $874 and just under the national figure of $840.25. Renter-occupied housing is 29.59% of occupied homes, higher than the state share of 24.06% and the national share of 21.81%, so renting is more common here than in much of Texas.
The median home value is $141,600, above the Texas median of $130,900 and well below the national median of $173,750. The median property tax rate of 0.99% is lower than the state rate of 1.23% but above the national rate of 0.74%. Homes are moderately priced, and owners face lighter-than-typical Texas tax rates.
The median household income of $59,167 is slightly below the Texas figure of $60,132 and below the national figure of $65,108. With rents close to state and national levels, incomes are somewhat tight relative to housing costs.
The unemployment rate of 4.74% is notably higher than the state rate of 2.72% and the national rate of 2.87%, signaling a weaker local job market. Overall, the figures describe a county with moderate housing costs, a sizable renter population, lower property taxes than the state average, and employment conditions that trail state and national levels.
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Property Records, Assessments, and Valuations in Pecos
Pecos County property records include tax assessments, property valuations, and foreclosure filings. The county has 27,875 total parcels, including 8,004 residential and 623 commercial parcels, and tax records cover 89.42% of the population for the 2024 assessment year. Valuation data is available for 3,134 properties, and the county has 10 Notice of Trustee Sale records.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Parcels | 27,875 |
| Residential Parcels | 8,004 |
| Commercial Parcels | 623 |
| Tax Record Coverage | 89.42% |
| Tax Year | 2022 |
| Assessment Year | 2024 |
| Last Assessor Update | October 7, 2024 |
| Properties with Valuation Data | 3,134 |
| Latest Valuation Update | August 19, 2025 |
| Notice of Trustee Sale Records | 10 |
How to Search Pecos County, TX Property Records
Property records in Pecos County are maintained by the Pecos County Clerk, which records deeds, mortgages, releases, and other real estate documents. The county has 27,875 parcels, with valuation data for 3,134 properties and foreclosure records dating from March 26, 2010.
To search recorded documents online, use the Pecos County Official Records search, where you can look up instruments by name, date, or document type. The Pecos County Clerk page provides office information and services. For background on how Texas appraisals and property taxes work, the Texas Comptroller property tax resources are an official state reference.
Begin with the owner or grantor name, the property address, or a known document number. Enter the most complete details you have, review the results, and open the record that matches your property. Deeds show the parties and legal description, while deeds of trust and releases show loan and lien activity.
The County Clerk is at 200 S. Nelson St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735, phone 432-336-7555, open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call if you cannot find a record online.
Pecos Registrar of Deeds
Pecos County Clerk
Pecos County Property Records FAQ
How can I search Pecos County property records by address?
Recorded documents are searched through the Pecos County Official Records portal by name, date, or document details. Addresses are not always indexed on recorded instruments, so if you only have an address, call the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 and staff can help you identify the owner or record.
How can I find property owners in Pecos County?
Owners are named on recorded deeds. Search the Pecos County Official Records by name to see who acquired or transferred a property. You can also contact the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 or visit 200 S. Nelson St in Fort Stockton on weekdays.
How can I check a property's assessed value in Pecos County?
Assessment data for the county reflects the 2024 assessment year, covering 27,875 parcels, with the latest assessor update on October 7, 2024. Values are set by the appraisal district rather than the clerk, so call the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 for direction.
Where can I find Pecos County property tax bills and payment records?
Tax bills are issued and collected by the county's tax office rather than the clerk. The Texas Comptroller property tax page explains how Texas property taxes work. To find the right local office, call the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 for a referral.
How can I find deeds and other recorded documents in Pecos County?
Deeds, mortgages, releases, and other recorded documents are kept by the Pecos County Clerk. Search them through the Pecos County Official Records portal or visit the County Clerk page. The office at 200 S. Nelson St in Fort Stockton can also assist in person.
Where can I access Pecos County parcel maps and GIS information?
Call the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 to ask where parcel maps and GIS layers are published. Recorded plats and surveys filed with the clerk can be located through the Official Records search. Parcel maps are useful for reference but are not a replacement for a legal survey.
How can I check permits and zoning information in Pecos County?
Permits and zoning rules often depend on whether a property lies inside a city. Start with the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 for guidance on the correct office, and contact the city's permitting department if the property is within city limits.
How can I create a list of property owners in Pecos County?
The online tools are designed for individual lookups. To compile a list, search recorded deeds in the Official Records portal across a date range, or contact the Pecos County Clerk at 432-336-7555 to ask what bulk records are available and any applicable fees.