Verified 2026 City Guide

Halma Property Tax

Access 2026 property tax rates, payment portals, and assessment tools for Halma. Taxes are administered by Kittson County.

Local Rate

N/A

County Avg

0.92%

State Avg

0.01%

City vs. County Jurisdiction

While you live in Halma, property taxes are officially administered by Kittson County. The county handles your assessment, billing, appeals, and exemptions.

Halma Tax Calculator

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How Property Taxes Work in Halma

Property taxes for Halma residents are calculated on the ad valorem principle — your bill is proportional to the fair market value determined by the Kittson County Appraisal District.

Assessment Role

The county assessor determines the value of all real estate in Halma every tax year.

Collection Role

Taxes are collected by the county tax office and distributed to city, school, and special-district funds.

Halma Tax Components

Your annual bill is a combined total of levies from multiple local government entities:

County General Fund Variable Levy
City of Halma Variable Levy
Local Independent School District (ISD) Variable Levy
Emergency Services District Variable Levy

Lowering Your Halma Property Tax Bill

Claim Exemptions

Most homeowners qualify for a Homestead Exemption that significantly reduces the taxable value of your primary residence. Seniors and veterans may qualify for additional relief.

Protest Your Value

If the county assessment exceeds fair market value you can file an appeal with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Over 50% of appeals result in a reduction.

2026 Important Deadlines

Assessment Notices

April – May

Protest Deadline

May 15th*

Payment Due

January 31st

*Protest deadlines are generally May 15th or 30 days after your notice was mailed, whichever is later.

Halma Property Tax FAQs

For 2026, property tax rates in Halma vary by parcel. Refer to the Kittson County average rate of 0.91913946587537% as a baseline estimate.

Residents of Halma pay property taxes to the Kittson County Tax Assessor — not a city office. Use the county's official payment portal.

Yes. File a Notice of Protest with the Kittson County Appraisal District within 30 days of receiving your valuation notice. See the county appeal guide for step-by-step instructions.

Kittson County Official

Property tax for Halma is handled at the county level.

💡 Tax Tip

Check for Homestead or Senior exemptions on the Kittson County portal. These can reduce your taxable value by $25,000–$100,000+.