Texas Property Tax Research
2023 to 2025 Impact of Protesting or Not Protesting Your Texas Property Taxes
We analyzed millions of Texas properties to show what homeowners gain by protesting and what they leave on the table when they don't.
Overview
Our biennial study analyzes residential property tax protests across 17 high-density Texas counties from 2023 to 2025. We provide a county-by-county breakdown of the number and percentage of protests.
Furthermore, our analysis examines the win rate and the average reduction in market value for protesting homeowners, revealing potential savings that those who did not protest may have foregone. Our full methodology is below.
Key Takeaways
2025 Statewide Protest Participation
Protested 32%
Did Not Protest 68%
1.86M
Protested (2025)
3.93M
Did Not Protest (2025)
$1.2B
Missed Potential Savings (2025)
$3.3B
Missed Potential Savings (2023-2025)
Noteworthy Statistics
- In 2025, 32% (1.86M) of residential properties studied across 17 Texas counties protested their property taxes; 68% (3.93M) did not protest.
- Those who skipped their 2025 protest left $1.2B in potential property tax savings on the table.
- Over three years (2023-2025), 11.95M residential properties (70% of those studied) did not protest across the 17 counties studied.
- The three-year cumulative potential missed savings totals $3.3B — nearly 1.5x the amount actually saved.
- The percentage of residential properties that protested was 29% in 2023 (15 counties), 28% in 2024 (17 counties), and 32% in 2025 (17 counties). Note: 2023 data is unavailable for Bastrop and Guadalupe Counties.
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Overview: Austin Area
Overview: Austin Area
2025
2024
2023
In 2025, 779,286 residential properties were analyzed across 4 counties in the Austin Area. Of these, only 31% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $183.6M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 7.6% with a 77% win rate, realizing $193.3M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Austin Area (2025)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
288,581 (31%)
490,705 (69%)
Win Rate
77%
—
Avg Reduction
7.6%
—
Tax Savings
$193.3M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$183.6M
In 2024, 761,671 residential properties were analyzed across 4 counties in the Austin Area. Of these, only 29% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $207.3M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 12.5% with a 78% win rate, realizing $210.0M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Austin Area (2024)
Protested 29%
Did Not Protest 71%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
261,746 (29%)
499,925 (71%)
Win Rate
78%
—
Avg Reduction
12.5%
—
Tax Savings
$210.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$207.3M
In 2023, 697,416 residential properties were analyzed across 3 counties in the Austin Area. Of these, only 31% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $118.7M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 9.3% with a 77% win rate, realizing $164.5M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Austin Area (2023)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
237,164 (31%)
460,252 (69%)
Win Rate
77%
—
Avg Reduction
9.3%
—
Tax Savings
$164.5M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$118.7M
2023-2025 Cumulative — Austin Area
Protested
Did Not Protest
2023-2025 Realized Savings
$567.9M
—
2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings
—
$509.7M
County Breakdown — Austin Area
Bastrop County
Bastrop County
2025
2024
2023 (N/A)
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 15%
Did Not Protest 85%
52,510 total properties
Bastrop County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
7,905 (15%)
44,605 (85%)
Win Rate
65%
—
Avg Reduction
8.9%
—
Tax Savings
$2.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$8.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 15% of properties in Bastrop County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 65% achieved a reduction averaging 8.9% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $8.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $194 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 17%
Did Not Protest 83%
49,155 total properties
Bastrop County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
8,181 (17%)
40,974 (83%)
Win Rate
80%
—
Avg Reduction
22.1%
—
Tax Savings
$4.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$27.5M
Key Takeaways
- Only 17% of properties in Bastrop County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 80% achieved a reduction averaging 22.1% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $27.5M in potential savings on the table — roughly $671 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2024
$4.0M
2025
$2.9M
Total 2024-2025 Tax Savings: $6.8M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2024
$27.5M
2025
$8.7M
Total 2024-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $36.2M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 44,605 homeowners in Bastrop County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $8.7M in combined potential savings. With a 65% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $194 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 40,974 homeowners in Bastrop County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $27.5M in combined potential savings. With an 80% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $671 in potential savings per property.
Hays County
Hays County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 34%
Did Not Protest 66%
97,160 total properties
Hays County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
33,047 (34%)
64,113 (66%)
Win Rate
87%
—
Avg Reduction
9.5%
—
Tax Savings
$19.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$30.9M
Key Takeaways
- Only 34% of properties in Hays County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 87% achieved a reduction averaging 9.5% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $30.9M in potential savings on the table — roughly $482 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
94,923 total properties
Hays County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
29,191 (31%)
65,732 (69%)
Win Rate
92%
—
Avg Reduction
11.5%
—
Tax Savings
$18.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$35.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 31% of properties in Hays County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 92% achieved a reduction averaging 11.5% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $35.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $538 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 27%
Did Not Protest 73%
92,621 total properties
Hays County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
24,761 (27%)
67,860 (73%)
Win Rate
98%
—
Avg Reduction
13.7%
—
Tax Savings
$23.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$35.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 27% of properties in Hays County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 98% achieved a reduction averaging 13.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $35.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $519 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$23.6M
2024
$18.8M
2025
$19.9M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $62.2M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$35.3M
2024
$35.3M
2025
$30.9M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $101.5M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 64,113 homeowners in Hays County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $30.9M in combined potential savings. With an 87% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $482 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 65,732 homeowners in Hays County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $35.3M in combined potential savings. With a 92% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $538 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 67,860 homeowners in Hays County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $35.3M in combined potential savings. With a 98% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $519 in potential savings per property.
Travis County
Travis County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 46%
Did Not Protest 54%
382,010 total properties
Travis County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
177,605 (46%)
204,405 (54%)
Win Rate
89%
—
Avg Reduction
9.0%
—
Tax Savings
$160.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$122.0M
Key Takeaways
- Only 46% of properties in Travis County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 89% achieved a reduction averaging 9.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $122.0M in potential savings on the table — roughly $597 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 42%
Did Not Protest 58%
377,909 total properties
Travis County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
158,679 (42%)
219,230 (58%)
Win Rate
89%
—
Avg Reduction
8.9%
—
Tax Savings
$146.5M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$101.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 42% of properties in Travis County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 89% achieved a reduction averaging 8.9% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $101.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $462 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 42%
Did Not Protest 58%
373,185 total properties
Travis County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
155,697 (42%)
217,488 (58%)
Win Rate
83%
—
Avg Reduction
9.4%
—
Tax Savings
$129.2M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$66.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 42% of properties in Travis County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 83% achieved a reduction averaging 9.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $66.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $307 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$129.2M
2024
$146.5M
2025
$160.1M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $435.8M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$66.7M
2024
$101.3M
2025
$122.0M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $290.0M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 204,405 homeowners in Travis County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $122.0M in combined potential savings. With an 89% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $597 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 219,230 homeowners in Travis County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $101.3M in combined potential savings. With an 89% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $462 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 217,488 homeowners in Travis County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $66.7M in combined potential savings. With an 83% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $307 in potential savings per property.
Williamson County
Williamson County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 28%
Did Not Protest 72%
247,606 total properties
Williamson County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
70,024 (28%)
177,582 (72%)
Win Rate
65%
—
Avg Reduction
2.8%
—
Tax Savings
$10.4M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$22.1M
Key Takeaways
- Only 28% of properties in Williamson County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 65% achieved a reduction averaging 2.8% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $22.1M in potential savings on the table — roughly $124 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 27%
Did Not Protest 73%
239,684 total properties
Williamson County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
65,695 (27%)
173,989 (73%)
Win Rate
53%
—
Avg Reduction
7.4%
—
Tax Savings
$40.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$43.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 27% of properties in Williamson County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 53% achieved a reduction averaging 7.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $43.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $248 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 24%
Did Not Protest 76%
231,610 total properties
Williamson County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
56,706 (24%)
174,904 (76%)
Win Rate
49%
—
Avg Reduction
5.0%
—
Tax Savings
$11.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$16.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 24% of properties in Williamson County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 49% achieved a reduction averaging 5.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $16.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $96 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$11.8M
2024
$40.8M
2025
$10.4M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $63.1M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$16.7M
2024
$43.2M
2025
$22.1M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $82.0M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 177,582 homeowners in Williamson County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $22.1M in combined potential savings. With a 65% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $124 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 173,989 homeowners in Williamson County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $43.2M in combined potential savings. With a 53% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $248 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 174,904 homeowners in Williamson County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $16.7M in combined potential savings. With a 49% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $96 in potential savings per property.
Overview: DFW Area
Overview: DFW Area
2025
2024
2023
In 2025, 2,076,494 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the DFW Area. Of these, only 31% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $448.8M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 7.7% with a 74% win rate, realizing $306.2M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — DFW Area (2025)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
643,809 (31%)
1,432,685 (69%)
Win Rate
74%
—
Avg Reduction
7.7%
—
Tax Savings
$306.2M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$448.8M
In 2024, 2,052,306 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the DFW Area. Of these, only 28% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $412.6M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 8.9% with a 73% win rate, realizing $219.9M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — DFW Area (2024)
Protested 28%
Did Not Protest 72%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
565,774 (28%)
1,486,532 (72%)
Win Rate
73%
—
Avg Reduction
8.9%
—
Tax Savings
$219.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$412.6M
In 2023, 2,007,240 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the DFW Area. Of these, only 26% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $336.6M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 10.4% with a 74% win rate, realizing $181.1M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — DFW Area (2023)
Protested 26%
Did Not Protest 74%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
529,286 (26%)
1,477,954 (74%)
Win Rate
74%
—
Avg Reduction
10.4%
—
Tax Savings
$181.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$336.6M
2023-2025 Cumulative — DFW Area
Protested
Did Not Protest
2023-2025 Realized Savings
$707.3M
—
2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings
—
$1.2B
County Breakdown — DFW Area
Collin County
Collin County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 32%
Did Not Protest 68%
358,020 total properties
Collin County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
113,353 (32%)
244,667 (68%)
Win Rate
62%
—
Avg Reduction
4.4%
—
Tax Savings
$28.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$38.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 32% of properties in Collin County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 62% achieved a reduction averaging 4.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $38.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $157 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 29%
Did Not Protest 71%
358,415 total properties
Collin County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
103,159 (29%)
255,256 (71%)
Win Rate
58%
—
Avg Reduction
7.1%
—
Tax Savings
$25.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$48.0M
Key Takeaways
- Only 29% of properties in Collin County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 58% achieved a reduction averaging 7.1% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $48.0M in potential savings on the table — roughly $188 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 24%
Did Not Protest 76%
342,383 total properties
Collin County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
82,565 (24%)
259,818 (76%)
Win Rate
62%
—
Avg Reduction
7.4%
—
Tax Savings
$26.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$40.8M
Key Takeaways
- Only 24% of properties in Collin County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 62% achieved a reduction averaging 7.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $40.8M in potential savings on the table — roughly $157 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$26.8M
2024
$25.0M
2025
$28.6M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $80.4M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$40.8M
2024
$48.0M
2025
$38.3M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $127.2M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 244,667 homeowners in Collin County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $38.3M in combined potential savings. With a 62% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $157 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 255,256 homeowners in Collin County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $48.0M in combined potential savings. With a 58% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $188 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 259,818 homeowners in Collin County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $40.8M in combined potential savings. With a 62% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $157 in potential savings per property.
Dallas County
Dallas County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 25%
Did Not Protest 75%
678,332 total properties
Dallas County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
166,978 (25%)
511,354 (75%)
Win Rate
57%
—
Avg Reduction
6.6%
—
Tax Savings
$45.7M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$79.5M
Key Takeaways
- Only 25% of properties in Dallas County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 57% achieved a reduction averaging 6.6% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $79.5M in potential savings on the table — roughly $155 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 21%
Did Not Protest 79%
673,169 total properties
Dallas County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
142,565 (21%)
530,604 (79%)
Win Rate
74%
—
Avg Reduction
6.9%
—
Tax Savings
$41.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$74.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 21% of properties in Dallas County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 74% achieved a reduction averaging 6.9% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $74.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $141 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 20%
Did Not Protest 80%
668,584 total properties
Dallas County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
136,644 (20%)
531,940 (80%)
Win Rate
55%
—
Avg Reduction
8.0%
—
Tax Savings
$39.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$81.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 20% of properties in Dallas County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 55% achieved a reduction averaging 8.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $81.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $153 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$39.6M
2024
$41.9M
2025
$45.7M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $127.2M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$81.4M
2024
$74.7M
2025
$79.5M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $235.7M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 511,354 homeowners in Dallas County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $79.5M in combined potential savings. With a 57% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $155 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 530,604 homeowners in Dallas County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $74.7M in combined potential savings. With a 74% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $141 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 531,940 homeowners in Dallas County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $81.4M in combined potential savings. With a 55% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $153 in potential savings per property.
Denton County
Denton County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 38%
Did Not Protest 62%
327,347 total properties
Denton County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
124,077 (38%)
203,270 (62%)
Win Rate
86%
—
Avg Reduction
9.8%
—
Tax Savings
$60.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$108.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 38% of properties in Denton County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 86% achieved a reduction averaging 9.8% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $108.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $532 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 34%
Did Not Protest 66%
318,126 total properties
Denton County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
109,703 (34%)
208,423 (66%)
Win Rate
78%
—
Avg Reduction
11.7%
—
Tax Savings
$46.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$109.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 34% of properties in Denton County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 78% achieved a reduction averaging 11.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $109.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $524 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 33%
Did Not Protest 67%
303,831 total properties
Denton County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
99,046 (33%)
204,785 (67%)
Win Rate
91%
—
Avg Reduction
17.9%
—
Tax Savings
$53.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$143.1M
Key Takeaways
- Only 33% of properties in Denton County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 91% achieved a reduction averaging 17.9% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $143.1M in potential savings on the table — roughly $699 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$53.1M
2024
$46.8M
2025
$60.8M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $160.7M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$143.1M
2024
$109.3M
2025
$108.2M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $360.6M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 203,270 homeowners in Denton County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $108.2M in combined potential savings. With an 86% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $532 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 208,423 homeowners in Denton County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $109.3M in combined potential savings. With a 78% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $524 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 204,785 homeowners in Denton County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $143.1M in combined potential savings. With a 91% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $699 in potential savings per property.
Rockwall County
Rockwall County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 25%
Did Not Protest 75%
43,403 total properties
Rockwall County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
10,945 (25%)
32,458 (75%)
Win Rate
78%
—
Avg Reduction
6.0%
—
Tax Savings
$3.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$7.8M
Key Takeaways
- Only 25% of properties in Rockwall County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 78% achieved a reduction averaging 6.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $7.8M in potential savings on the table — roughly $240 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 23%
Did Not Protest 77%
43,136 total properties
Rockwall County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
10,022 (23%)
33,114 (77%)
Win Rate
71%
—
Avg Reduction
7.6%
—
Tax Savings
$4.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$7.5M
Key Takeaways
- Only 23% of properties in Rockwall County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 71% achieved a reduction averaging 7.6% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $7.5M in potential savings on the table — roughly $227 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 22%
Did Not Protest 78%
42,061 total properties
Rockwall County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
9,197 (22%)
32,864 (78%)
Win Rate
84%
—
Avg Reduction
10.3%
—
Tax Savings
$5.2M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$10.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 22% of properties in Rockwall County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 84% achieved a reduction averaging 10.3% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $10.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $310 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$5.2M
2024
$4.0M
2025
$3.1M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $12.3M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$10.2M
2024
$7.5M
2025
$7.8M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $25.5M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 32,458 homeowners in Rockwall County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $7.8M in combined potential savings. With a 78% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $240 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 33,114 homeowners in Rockwall County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $7.5M in combined potential savings. With a 71% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $227 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 32,864 homeowners in Rockwall County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $10.2M in combined potential savings. With an 84% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $310 in potential savings per property.
Tarrant County
Tarrant County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 34%
Did Not Protest 66%
669,392 total properties
Tarrant County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
228,456 (34%)
440,936 (66%)
Win Rate
88%
—
Avg Reduction
11.7%
—
Tax Savings
$168.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$214.9M
Key Takeaways
- Only 34% of properties in Tarrant County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 88% achieved a reduction averaging 11.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $214.9M in potential savings on the table — roughly $487 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 30%
Did Not Protest 70%
659,460 total properties
Tarrant County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
200,325 (30%)
459,135 (70%)
Win Rate
87%
—
Avg Reduction
11.3%
—
Tax Savings
$102.3M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$173.1M
Key Takeaways
- Only 30% of properties in Tarrant County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 87% achieved a reduction averaging 11.3% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $173.1M in potential savings on the table — roughly $377 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
650,381 total properties
Tarrant County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
201,834 (31%)
448,547 (69%)
Win Rate
77%
—
Avg Reduction
8.2%
—
Tax Savings
$56.5M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$61.1M
Key Takeaways
- Only 31% of properties in Tarrant County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 77% achieved a reduction averaging 8.2% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $61.1M in potential savings on the table — roughly $136 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$56.5M
2024
$102.3M
2025
$168.0M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $326.8M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$61.1M
2024
$173.1M
2025
$214.9M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $449.0M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 440,936 homeowners in Tarrant County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $214.9M in combined potential savings. With an 88% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $487 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 459,135 homeowners in Tarrant County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $173.1M in combined potential savings. With an 87% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $377 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 448,547 homeowners in Tarrant County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $61.1M in combined potential savings. With a 77% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $136 in potential savings per property.
Overview: Houston Area
Overview: Houston Area
2025
2024
2023
In 2025, 2,145,730 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the Houston Area. Of these, only 37% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $404.7M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 7.9% with an 84% win rate, realizing $277.6M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Houston Area (2025)
Protested 37%
Did Not Protest 63%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
753,715 (37%)
1,392,015 (63%)
Win Rate
84%
—
Avg Reduction
7.9%
—
Tax Savings
$277.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$404.7M
In 2024, 2,188,324 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the Houston Area. Of these, only 30% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $408.1M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 9.3% with a 77% win rate, realizing $236.6M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Houston Area (2024)
Protested 30%
Did Not Protest 70%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
658,963 (30%)
1,529,361 (70%)
Win Rate
77%
—
Avg Reduction
9.3%
—
Tax Savings
$236.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$408.1M
In 2023, 2,070,527 residential properties were analyzed across 5 counties in the Houston Area. Of these, only 29% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $295.3M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 10.2% with an 86% win rate, realizing $223.1M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — Houston Area (2023)
Protested 29%
Did Not Protest 71%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
647,725 (29%)
1,422,802 (71%)
Win Rate
86%
—
Avg Reduction
10.2%
—
Tax Savings
$223.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$295.3M
2023-2025 Cumulative — Houston Area
Protested
Did Not Protest
2023-2025 Realized Savings
$737.3M
—
2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings
—
$1.1B
County Breakdown — Houston Area
Brazoria County
Brazoria County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 33%
Did Not Protest 67%
133,628 total properties
Brazoria County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
43,556 (33%)
90,072 (67%)
Win Rate
82%
—
Avg Reduction
10.0%
—
Tax Savings
$17.5M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$34.6M
Key Takeaways
- Only 33% of properties in Brazoria County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 82% achieved a reduction averaging 10.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $34.6M in potential savings on the table — roughly $384 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 28%
Did Not Protest 72%
130,090 total properties
Brazoria County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
36,072 (28%)
94,018 (72%)
Win Rate
77%
—
Avg Reduction
10.2%
—
Tax Savings
$9.7M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$26.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 28% of properties in Brazoria County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 77% achieved a reduction averaging 10.2% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $26.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $279 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 34%
Did Not Protest 66%
127,405 total properties
Brazoria County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
43,075 (34%)
84,330 (66%)
Win Rate
89%
—
Avg Reduction
12.2%
—
Tax Savings
$14.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$21.3M
Key Takeaways
- Only 34% of properties in Brazoria County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 89% achieved a reduction averaging 12.2% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $21.3M in potential savings on the table — roughly $253 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$14.0M
2024
$9.7M
2025
$17.5M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $41.2M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$21.3M
2024
$26.2M
2025
$34.6M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $82.2M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 90,072 homeowners in Brazoria County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $34.6M in combined potential savings. With an 82% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $384 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 94,018 homeowners in Brazoria County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $26.2M in combined potential savings. With a 77% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $279 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 84,330 homeowners in Brazoria County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $21.3M in combined potential savings. With an 89% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $253 in potential savings per property.
Fort Bend County
Fort Bend County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 33%
Did Not Protest 67%
312,342 total properties
Fort Bend County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
103,132 (33%)
209,210 (67%)
Win Rate
87%
—
Avg Reduction
4.5%
—
Tax Savings
$33.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$47.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 33% of properties in Fort Bend County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 87% achieved a reduction averaging 4.5% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $47.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $228 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 32%
Did Not Protest 68%
306,464 total properties
Fort Bend County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
98,222 (32%)
208,242 (68%)
Win Rate
79%
—
Avg Reduction
4.8%
—
Tax Savings
$22.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$24.0M
Key Takeaways
- Only 32% of properties in Fort Bend County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 79% achieved a reduction averaging 4.8% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $24.0M in potential savings on the table — roughly $115 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 23%
Did Not Protest 77%
297,876 total properties
Fort Bend County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
69,048 (23%)
228,828 (77%)
Win Rate
99%
—
Avg Reduction
5.3%
—
Tax Savings
$19.7M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$32.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 23% of properties in Fort Bend County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 99% achieved a reduction averaging 5.3% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $32.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $143 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$19.7M
2024
$22.9M
2025
$33.0M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $75.6M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$32.7M
2024
$24.0M
2025
$47.7M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $104.4M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 209,210 homeowners in Fort Bend County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $47.7M in combined potential savings. With an 87% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $228 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 208,242 homeowners in Fort Bend County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $24.0M in combined potential savings. With a 79% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $115 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 228,828 homeowners in Fort Bend County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $32.7M in combined potential savings. With a 99% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $143 in potential savings per property.
Galveston County
Galveston County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 38%
Did Not Protest 62%
116,732 total properties
Galveston County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
44,694 (38%)
72,038 (62%)
Win Rate
75%
—
Avg Reduction
11.7%
—
Tax Savings
$21.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$28.1M
Key Takeaways
- Only 38% of properties in Galveston County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 75% achieved a reduction averaging 11.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $28.1M in potential savings on the table — roughly $389 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
171,612 total properties
Galveston County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
52,950 (31%)
118,662 (69%)
Win Rate
72%
—
Avg Reduction
13.7%
—
Tax Savings
$25.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$38.6M
Key Takeaways
- Only 31% of properties in Galveston County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 72% achieved a reduction averaging 13.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $38.6M in potential savings on the table — roughly $325 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
166,629 total properties
Galveston County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
50,843 (31%)
115,786 (69%)
Win Rate
86%
—
Avg Reduction
15.3%
—
Tax Savings
$37.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$45.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 31% of properties in Galveston County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 86% achieved a reduction averaging 15.3% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $45.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $392 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$37.8M
2024
$25.6M
2025
$21.1M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $84.6M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$45.4M
2024
$38.6M
2025
$28.1M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $112.0M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 72,038 homeowners in Galveston County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $28.1M in combined potential savings. With a 75% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $389 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 118,662 homeowners in Galveston County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $38.6M in combined potential savings. With a 72% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $325 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 115,786 homeowners in Galveston County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $45.4M in combined potential savings. With an 86% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $392 in potential savings per property.
Harris County
Harris County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 33%
Did Not Protest 67%
1,279,321 total properties
Harris County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
423,053 (33%)
856,268 (67%)
Win Rate
87%
—
Avg Reduction
7.4%
—
Tax Savings
$166.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$267.9M
Key Takeaways
- Only 33% of properties in Harris County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 87% achieved a reduction averaging 7.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $267.9M in potential savings on the table — roughly $313 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 31%
Did Not Protest 69%
1,276,224 total properties
Harris County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
392,085 (31%)
884,139 (69%)
Win Rate
87%
—
Avg Reduction
7.4%
—
Tax Savings
$145.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$259.0M
Key Takeaways
- Only 31% of properties in Harris County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 87% achieved a reduction averaging 7.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $259.0M in potential savings on the table — roughly $293 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 34%
Did Not Protest 66%
1,265,621 total properties
Harris County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
431,174 (34%)
834,447 (66%)
Win Rate
80%
—
Avg Reduction
8.5%
—
Tax Savings
$132.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$158.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 34% of properties in Harris County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 80% achieved a reduction averaging 8.5% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $158.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $190 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$132.0M
2024
$145.0M
2025
$166.1M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $443.1M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$158.4M
2024
$259.0M
2025
$267.9M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $685.3M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 856,268 homeowners in Harris County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $267.9M in combined potential savings. With an 87% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $313 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 884,139 homeowners in Harris County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $259.0M in combined potential savings. With an 87% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $293 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 834,447 homeowners in Harris County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $158.4M in combined potential savings. With an 80% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $190 in potential savings per property.
Montgomery County
Montgomery County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 46%
Did Not Protest 54%
303,707 total properties
Montgomery County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
139,280 (46%)
164,427 (54%)
Win Rate
88%
—
Avg Reduction
6.2%
—
Tax Savings
$39.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$26.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 46% of properties in Montgomery County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 88% achieved a reduction averaging 6.2% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $26.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $161 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 26%
Did Not Protest 74%
303,934 total properties
Montgomery County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
79,634 (26%)
224,300 (74%)
Win Rate
70%
—
Avg Reduction
10.4%
—
Tax Savings
$33.3M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$60.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 26% of properties in Montgomery County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 70% achieved a reduction averaging 10.4% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $60.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $269 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 25%
Did Not Protest 75%
212,996 total properties
Montgomery County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
53,585 (25%)
159,411 (75%)
Win Rate
73%
—
Avg Reduction
9.7%
—
Tax Savings
$19.7M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$37.6M
Key Takeaways
- Only 25% of properties in Montgomery County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 73% achieved a reduction averaging 9.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $37.6M in potential savings on the table — roughly $236 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$19.7M
2024
$33.3M
2025
$39.9M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $92.9M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$37.6M
2024
$60.2M
2025
$26.4M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $124.2M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 164,427 homeowners in Montgomery County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $26.4M in combined potential savings. With an 88% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $161 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 224,300 homeowners in Montgomery County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $60.2M in combined potential savings. With a 70% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $269 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 159,411 homeowners in Montgomery County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $37.6M in combined potential savings. With a 73% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $236 in potential savings per property.
Overview: San Antonio Area
Overview: San Antonio Area
2025
2024
2023
In 2025, 789,451 residential properties were analyzed across 3 counties in the San Antonio Area. Of these, only 23% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $154.5M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 7.1% with a 76% win rate, realizing $61.8M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — San Antonio Area (2025)
Protested 23%
Did Not Protest 77%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
173,613 (23%)
615,838 (77%)
Win Rate
76%
—
Avg Reduction
7.1%
—
Tax Savings
$61.8M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$154.5M
In 2024, 781,684 residential properties were analyzed across 3 counties in the San Antonio Area. Of these, only 22% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $178.3M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 9.4% with a 70% win rate, realizing $56.3M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — San Antonio Area (2024)
Protested 22%
Did Not Protest 78%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
157,527 (22%)
624,157 (78%)
Win Rate
70%
—
Avg Reduction
9.4%
—
Tax Savings
$56.3M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$178.3M
In 2023, 691,754 residential properties were analyzed across 2 counties in the San Antonio Area. Of these, only 22% of homeowners protested their property taxes — leaving an estimated $164.5M in potential savings on the table.
Those who did protest achieved an average assessed value reduction of 21.8% with a 68% win rate, realizing $55.3M in total tax savings. For more information, see our full methodology section below.
Protest Rate — San Antonio Area (2023)
Protested 22%
Did Not Protest 78%
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
175,777 (22%)
515,977 (78%)
Win Rate
68%
—
Avg Reduction
21.8%
—
Tax Savings
$55.3M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$164.5M
2023-2025 Cumulative — San Antonio Area
Protested
Did Not Protest
2023-2025 Realized Savings
$173.4M
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2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings
—
$497.3M
County Breakdown — San Antonio Area
Bexar County
Bexar County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 21%
Did Not Protest 79%
623,965 total properties
Bexar County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
133,306 (21%)
490,659 (79%)
Win Rate
85%
—
Avg Reduction
6.0%
—
Tax Savings
$45.0M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$126.5M
Key Takeaways
- Only 21% of properties in Bexar County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 85% achieved a reduction averaging 6.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $126.5M in potential savings on the table — roughly $258 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 20%
Did Not Protest 80%
620,228 total properties
Bexar County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
121,097 (20%)
499,131 (80%)
Win Rate
88%
—
Avg Reduction
6.9%
—
Tax Savings
$39.7M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$137.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 20% of properties in Bexar County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 88% achieved a reduction averaging 6.9% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $137.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $275 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 26%
Did Not Protest 74%
612,411 total properties
Bexar County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
161,717 (26%)
450,694 (74%)
Win Rate
81%
—
Avg Reduction
8.7%
—
Tax Savings
$46.2M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$89.0M
Key Takeaways
- Only 26% of properties in Bexar County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 81% achieved a reduction averaging 8.7% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $89.0M in potential savings on the table — roughly $198 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$46.2M
2024
$39.7M
2025
$45.0M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $130.9M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$89.0M
2024
$137.4M
2025
$126.5M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $352.9M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 490,659 homeowners in Bexar County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $126.5M in combined potential savings. With an 85% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $258 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 499,131 homeowners in Bexar County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $137.4M in combined potential savings. With an 88% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $275 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 450,694 homeowners in Bexar County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $89.0M in combined potential savings. With an 81% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $198 in potential savings per property.
Comal County
Comal County
2025
2024
2023
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 26%
Did Not Protest 74%
82,723 total properties
Comal County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
21,369 (26%)
61,354 (74%)
Win Rate
84%
—
Avg Reduction
7.8%
—
Tax Savings
$11.5M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$16.8M
Key Takeaways
- Only 26% of properties in Comal County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 84% achieved a reduction averaging 7.8% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $16.8M in potential savings on the table — roughly $275 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 20%
Did Not Protest 80%
81,395 total properties
Comal County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
16,382 (20%)
65,013 (80%)
Win Rate
62%
—
Avg Reduction
11.8%
—
Tax Savings
$9.6M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$25.7M
Key Takeaways
- Only 20% of properties in Comal County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 62% achieved a reduction averaging 11.8% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $25.7M in potential savings on the table — roughly $396 per property.
Protest Rate (2023)
Protested 18%
Did Not Protest 82%
79,343 total properties
Comal County — 2023 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
14,060 (18%)
65,283 (82%)
Win Rate
56%
—
Avg Reduction
35.0%
—
Tax Savings
$9.1M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$75.4M
Key Takeaways
- Only 18% of properties in Comal County protested in 2023.
- Of those who protested, 56% achieved a reduction averaging 35.0% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $75.4M in potential savings on the table — roughly $1,156 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2023
$9.1M
2024
$9.6M
2025
$11.5M
Total 2023-2025 Tax Savings: $30.2M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2023
$75.4M
2024
$25.7M
2025
$16.8M
Total 2023-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $118.0M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 61,354 homeowners in Comal County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $16.8M in combined potential savings. With an 84% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $275 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 65,013 homeowners in Comal County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $25.7M in combined potential savings. With a 62% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $396 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2023, 65,283 homeowners in Comal County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $75.4M in combined potential savings. With a 56% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $1,156 in potential savings per property.
Guadalupe County
Guadalupe County
2025
2024
2023 (N/A)
Protest Rate (2025)
Protested 23%
Did Not Protest 77%
82,763 total properties
Guadalupe County — 2025 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
18,938 (23%)
63,825 (77%)
Win Rate
58%
—
Avg Reduction
7.5%
—
Tax Savings
$5.4M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$11.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 23% of properties in Guadalupe County protested in 2025.
- Of those who protested, 58% achieved a reduction averaging 7.5% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $11.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $175 per property.
Protest Rate (2024)
Protested 25%
Did Not Protest 75%
80,061 total properties
Guadalupe County — 2024 Results
Protested
Did Not Protest
Properties
20,048 (25%)
60,013 (75%)
Win Rate
59%
—
Avg Reduction
9.6%
—
Tax Savings
$6.9M
—
Missed Potential Savings
—
$15.2M
Key Takeaways
- Only 25% of properties in Guadalupe County protested in 2024.
- Of those who protested, 59% achieved a reduction averaging 9.6% off assessed value.
- Non-protesting homeowners left an estimated $15.2M in potential savings on the table — roughly $254 per property.
Year-over-Year Trends
Annual Tax Savings
2024
$6.9M
2025
$5.4M
Total 2024-2025 Tax Savings: $12.3M
Annual Potential Missed Savings
2024
$15.2M
2025
$11.2M
Total 2024-2025 Potential Missed Savings: $26.4M
Savings Realized
Potential Missed
Summary
In 2025, 63,825 homeowners in Guadalupe County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $11.2M in combined potential savings. With a 58% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $175 in potential savings per property.
Summary
In 2024, 60,013 homeowners in Guadalupe County chose not to protest, missing out on an estimated $15.2M in combined potential savings. With a 59% win rate for those who protested, the data strongly suggests that filing a protest is worth it — averaging roughly $254 in potential savings per property.
About This Research
Methodology
We used and analyzed certified county data from 2023 to 2025 for fourteen high-density Texas counties to compare YoY market value and tax-saving differences between homeowners who protested their property taxes and received reductions and those who didn't.
Included data:
- The average county tax rate
- Number of residents who protested and didn't protest
- Success rate (the percentage of protestors who won their cases and received a reduction)
- Total market value from successful protestors and non-protestors
- Average reduction percentage for successful protestors
Calculation:
Using the above data, we calculated these four key data points:
- The total market value reduction from the protestors
- The estimated total market value reduction from non-protestors if they'd protested
- Tax bill (realized) savings from protestors
- Estimated potential tax bill (unrealized) savings from non-protestors if they'd protested
To calculate protestors' market-value reduction and realized savings, we considered the percentage of cases won and the market value to beat, accounting for homestead caps.
Limitations and Assumptions:
The reduced market value of unrealized savings for non-protestors is based on the assumption that non-protestors would receive similar reductions to those that successfully protested. However, this total reduction might differ since more homeowners protesting could change each county's average reduction percentage and win rate.
However, this approach is consistent across counties and independent of market conditions.
Data Availability: 2023 data is unavailable for Bastrop County (Austin Area) and Guadalupe County (San Antonio Area). Three-year totals, cumulative savings figures, and statewide participation statistics for these two counties reflect 2024-2025 data only. All other counties include the full 2023-2025 dataset. Where noted, this is accounted for in the relevant figures throughout this report.