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Two offices handle your property taxes in Hill County

Hill County Money & Taxes

The Hill County Appraisal District (Hill CAD) sets the value of your property each year. It does not collect taxes. The Tax Assessor-Collector sends bills and takes payments. These are two different offices with two different addresses.

Hill CAD is at 1407 Abbott Ave in Hillsboro. The Tax Assessor-Collector office is at 126 S. Covington St. If you think your value is wrong, contact Hill CAD. If you have a question about your tax bill or payment, contact the tax office. Mixing them up can cause delays.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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Hill County was formed in 1853 and named for a Republic of Texas official

Hill County was carved from Navarro County in 1853 and named for Dr. George Washington Hill, who served in Sam Houston's cabinet.

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