Midland County Tax Collector: Pay a Tax Bill or Visit the Right Office
The Midland County Tax Office is the county office headed by the Tax Assessor-Collector, but there is an important local distinction for property owners: Midland Central Appraisal District currently handles Midland County property-tax collections.
Use this page to pay or search a property-tax bill through the official Midland CAD system, confirm Tax Office and appraisal-district hours, and avoid taking an appraisal, vehicle or payment problem to the wrong counter.
Midland Central Appraisal District
432-699-4991
Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
2110 N A Street, Midland
January 31 in most cases
Midland County Tax Office vs. Midland Central Appraisal District
“Midland County Tax Collector” can refer to two different needs. Midland County has an elected Tax Assessor-Collector and a county Tax Office, but the county directs property-tax collection questions to Midland Central Appraisal District. Midland CAD states that it performs assessment and collection services and has contracted with Midland County for property-tax collection.
Use Midland Central Appraisal District for the tax account, balance, online payment and property-tax collection questions.
Use Midland CAD for appraisal value, exemptions, property details, appraisal notices and Appraisal Review Board matters.
Use the Midland County Tax Office for motor vehicle title and registration work and the other county services it lists.
How to pay Midland County property taxes online
Midland Central Appraisal District links to an official online tax-payment system. The live search page lets taxpayers search by account information and filter records by payment status. Start from Midland CAD or the direct tax-payment search rather than from a sponsored result or an unrelated property website.
How to search Midland County property records before paying
Midland CAD provides a separate property-search system in addition to its tax-payment portal. The property database can be useful when you need to confirm the account, owner, property address, legal description, geographic ID or property ID before opening a payment record.
Midland County Tax Collector office hours, address and phone
The County Tax Office and Midland Central Appraisal District are separate locations. For property-tax collections, Midland County directs taxpayers to Midland CAD. For vehicle title, registration and other County Tax Office services, use the County Annex location.
| Office | Address | Hours | Phone | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Central Appraisal District | 4631 Andrews Hwy, Midland, TX 79703 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | 432-699-4991 | Property-tax collections, appraisal records, exemptions, values and protests |
| Midland County Tax Office | 2110 N A Street, Midland, TX 79705 | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | 432-688-4810 | Motor vehicles and other County Tax Office services |
Midland, TX 79708-0002
Midland, TX 79705
Fax: 432-688-4918
When are Midland County property taxes due?
Texas property taxes are generally due when the bill is received. In most cases, January 31 is the last day to pay without delinquency, and unpaid taxes become delinquent on February 1. Midland CAD’s own FAQ gives the same general January 31 deadline.
Collections commonly begin around October after tax rates and the certified roll are available.
For most standard bills, pay by this date to avoid delinquency.
Most unpaid standard bills become delinquent and begin accruing penalty and interest.
A late-issued bill can have a different delinquency date
The Texas Comptroller explains that taxing units generally must provide at least 21 days to pay an original tax bill. If the original bill is mailed after January 10, the delinquency date can be postponed. Use the delinquency date printed on your actual statement rather than assuming February 1 applies to every corrected, supplemental or late-mailed bill.
What happens after a normal bill becomes delinquent?
For many standard delinquent Texas property-tax bills, a 6% penalty and 1% interest apply in the first month of delinquency. The statutory penalty can increase over later months, while interest continues to accrue. Additional collection-related charges may apply in qualifying cases.
Use Midland CAD for appraised value, exemptions and protests
If the amount of tax seems wrong because you believe the property’s appraised value is incorrect, an exemption is missing or the property record needs attention, a payment receipt alone will not fix the underlying appraisal issue. Midland Central Appraisal District administers the appraisal roll and provides appraisal-related forms and protest resources.
Installments and unusual property-tax deadlines
Texas law provides special installment options in certain circumstances. Qualifying homeowners who are age 65 or older or disabled, and certain qualifying disabled veterans or surviving spouses, may be able to pay homestead taxes in four installments when statutory conditions are met.
Texas also provides installment provisions for certain property affected by a qualifying disaster or emergency. These programs have eligibility requirements and deadlines, so do not divide a bill into installments on your own without confirming that your property qualifies.
What the Midland County Tax Office handles besides property taxes
The County Tax Office remains an important public office even though Midland CAD performs property-tax collections. Midland County lists motor vehicle title and registration work and several licensing-related services at the Tax Office.
What to have ready for a Midland property-tax question
You usually do not need every item below, but giving the office a precise account and tax year is more useful than saying only that you have a “Midland tax problem.”
Common Midland County property-tax problems
| Problem | Likely route | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Cannot find the tax account | Midland CAD property search | Try owner name, account/property ID or property location and confirm you are searching the correct Midland County property. |
| Payment is missing | Midland CAD collections | Have the account, tax year, date paid and confirmation or bank evidence ready. |
| Appraised value is wrong | Midland CAD appraisal / ARB | Review the appraisal record and applicable protest procedure; the payment portal cannot change value. |
| Exemption is missing | Midland CAD exemptions | Check exemption status and the appropriate application or correction process with the appraisal district. |
| Old bill shows a smaller amount | Live tax account | Use the current account balance before paying because delinquent penalty and interest may have changed the payoff. |
| Vehicle registration or title | Midland County Tax Office | Use the County Tax Office and verify required documents and the title-processing cutoff before visiting. |
Verified Midland County tax links
County information for Tax Assessor-Collector services, office contact details and motor-vehicle routing.
Official local authority for property appraisal information and the property-tax collection route described by Midland County.
Official Midland CAD payment system for searching tax accounts and paying qualifying property-tax balances online.
State guidance covering property-tax bills, payment deadlines, installments, penalties and taxpayer rights.
Midland County Tax Collector FAQs
Where do I pay Midland County, Texas property taxes?
Midland County directs property-tax collection questions to Midland Central Appraisal District. The appraisal district provides the official online Search & Pay system and its physical office is at 4631 Andrews Hwy, Midland, TX 79703.
What are the Midland County Tax Office hours?
The Midland County Tax Office at 2110 N A Street lists Monday through Friday hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office also states that titles are not processed after 4:45 PM and hunting and fishing services are not available on Mondays.
What are Midland Central Appraisal District hours?
Midland CAD currently lists Monday through Friday hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 4631 Andrews Hwy, Midland, TX 79703.
What is the Midland property-tax phone number?
For Midland CAD property-tax and appraisal help, the published main number is 432-699-4991. The Midland County Tax Office number is 432-688-4810 for the county services handled through that office.
Can I pay Midland County property taxes online?
Yes. Midland Central Appraisal District links to an official online property-tax payment system. Search the correct property, confirm the account and tax year, review the current amount and then complete payment through the official portal.
When are Midland County property taxes due?
Most Texas property-tax bills should be paid by January 31 and become delinquent on February 1. A late-mailed, corrected or special bill can have a different delinquency date, so use the date printed on your actual tax statement.
Who handles appraisal value and exemptions in Midland County?
Midland Central Appraisal District handles the appraisal roll, property values, exemption matters and appraisal-review processes. A tax payment does not by itself correct an appraisal or exemption issue.
Who is the Midland County Tax Assessor-Collector?
The current official Midland County directory identifies Mary Helen Bowers as the Midland County Tax Assessor-Collector. Property-tax collections, however, are currently routed by the county to Midland Central Appraisal District.
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