Living Here

Deer Park, also known as "The Birthplace of Texas" is a quiet community located approximately 20 miles southeast of Houston and approximately 50 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico. Population is estimated to be 30,000 residents.

Geographical Location

Demographics

History of Deer Park

Tax Information - The city of Deer Park is within the region of the Harris County Appraisal District. The property values are determined by HCAD and provided to local taxing jurisdictions. For tax records contact HCAD at http://hcad.org . The following rates and exemptions are in effect for the 2007 tax year.

City of Deer Park - Tax rate is .72 per $100 in valuation. The homestead exemption is 20% and the Over65 and/or Disabled exemption is $50,000.

Schools - The Deer Park ISD consists of 14 campuses; seven elementary schools, four junior high campuses, and a high school complex that includes three separate campuses. The district is accredited by the Texas Education Agency and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The Deer Park ISD received the status of a Recognized District in the 2002 school year. There are 1,642 staff members and current enrollment is 11,400 students. For additional information visit their web site at http://www.dpisd.org .

Colleges - There are several colleges near the City of Deer Park. Nearby universities include the University of Houston, Houston Baptist University, St. Thomas University and the University of Texas. Junior colleges include San Jacinto College, Lee College, and Houston Community College.