Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption

Galveston County Appraisal District

Available Property Tax Relief

About This Program

Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption is available to homeowners in Hitchcock, TX.

Property tax exemption for Texas veterans with service-connected disability rating. Exemption amount ranges from $5,000 (10-29% rating) up to $12,000 (30-49% rating). Veterans with 100% disability or unemployability receive total property tax exemption.

Estimated savings for partial disability exemption; 100% disabled veterans pay no property tax

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

In Hitchcock, TX, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Homestead exemption based on disability rating
  • $5,000 (10-29%), $7,500 (30-49%), $12,000 (50-69%)
  • 100% disabled veterans pay no property tax
  • Must have VA disability rating letter
  • File with Galveston County Appraisal District

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Your federal tax return for the year of the work (this benefit is claimed on your taxes, not through a separate application).
  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Apply any time, exemption begins following year

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption provide in Hitchcock, TX?

Up to $12,000 homestead exemption.

Who qualifies for Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Hitchcock?

Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption is open to homeowners in Hitchcock, TX. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for Texas Veteran Property Tax Exemption in Hitchcock, TX?

Apply directly with Galveston County Appraisal District using the official program link on this page or call (409) 935-1980. There is no middleman and no fee.

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