About HCAD

The Harris Central Appraisal District is a political subdivision of the State of Texas established in 1980 for the purpose of discovering and appraising property for ad valorem tax purposes for each taxing unit within the boundaries of the district. The district has approximately 1.8 million parcels of property to assess each year with a total market value of approximately $575 billion. The appraisal district in Harris County is the largest in Texas, serving approximately 500 taxing units, and one of the largest appraisal districts in the United States.

HCAD Mission

We value our community.

We serve the citizens of Harris County by accurately and uniformly determining a value for their property while providing easy access to every form of assistance we administer.

HCAD Vision

Continue to be the industry leader providing appraisal excellence as the public employer of choice in Harris County.

HCAD Fact Sheet

Harris Central Appraisal District 2025 Fact Sheet

HCAD Core Operating Values

The following core operating values influence the culture and public image of HCAD as an effective local government organization serving a wide variety of taxing entities and property owners. These values articulate ideals that the district aspires to hold itself accountable for and offers guidance as to how HCAD will behave in carrying out its mission.

Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions and their effect on those we serve. We make and support business decisions through experience and good judgment.

First Class Customer Service: We are dedicated to improving our customer’s experience with the district by satisfying customer needs and honoring commitments we have made to them.

Integrity: We commit to the highest ethical standards demonstrating honesty and integrity, not compromising the truth.

Respect: We treat team members, customers, jurisdictions, and other stakeholders with mutual respect and sensitivity, recognizing the importance of diversity. We respect all individuals and value their contributions.

Collaboration: We build trusting relationships through open communication and productive teamwork. We promote and support a diverse, yet unified, team. We work together to meet our common goals.

Innovation: We believe in simplifying and improving our processes continuously. We create and embrace change, readily adapting to new situations and encouraging all to be part of solutions.

Mentorship: We share our insights and innovations, creating opportunities for personal and organizational development and progress and long-term continuity of service.