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Eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo), Texas

Where eviction cases are filed in Tom Green County (San Angelo), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo)

Eviction court
Tom Green County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) — Justice of the Peace court Court page
Filing fee
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 (2026 packet): $54.00 court fee + $125.00 service fee = $179.00 for one defendant in Tom Green County; $304.00 for two defendants in the same case ($54.00 court + $250.00 service). Jury fee $22.00. Writ of possession: $5.00 court fee + $225.00 service fee = $230.00 (plus $50.00 per hour per officer after the first two hours). Tom Green County Justice of the Peace Pct. 2, Eviction Packet 2026 - Fee Schedule for Eviction Suits
Notice before filing (state law)
At least 3 days' written notice to vacate before filing, unless the written lease provides a shorter or longer period. For a tenant evicted solely for nonpayment who was not delinquent before the month of the notice, the notice must be a notice to pay rent or vacate. Texas rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026)
$1,339/month HUD
Renter households
16,296 (35% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Tom Green County (San Angelo)

Eviction cases in Tom Green County (San Angelo) are heard by the Tom Green County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4) (Justice of the Peace court).

Court eviction page

An eviction suit must be filed in the justice precinct where the property is located or it will be dismissed. Court staff cannot tell you which precinct an address is in; the Precinct 2 packet refers filers to the Tom Green County Elections Office (113 W. Beauregard, 325-659-6541). Filers must submit the petition, the notice to vacate served on the tenant(s), a military affidavit and military status report, an acknowledgment of multiple defendants page, a justice court case information sheet and a service information sheet.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo)

Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 (2026 packet): $54.00 court fee + $125.00 service fee = $179.00 for one defendant in Tom Green County; $304.00 for two defendants in the same case ($54.00 court + $250.00 service). Jury fee $22.00. Writ of possession: $5.00 court fee + $225.00 service fee = $230.00 (plus $50.00 per hour per officer after the first two hours).

Precinct 2 accepts money orders, exact cash, cashier's checks or credit/debit cards. A jury request and fee must be made at least 14 days before trial. Other precincts post their own eviction forms; confirm the fee with the precinct where the property is located.

Source: Tom Green County Justice of the Peace Pct. 2, Eviction Packet 2026 - Fee Schedule for Eviction Suits

How eviction cases work locally

Finding the right precinctCourt personnel cannot tell filers which precinct an address is in; contact the Tom Green County Elections Office at 113 W. Beauregard, 325-659-6541.
Source: Official source

The Texas eviction process

Texas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Tom Green County (San Angelo):

  1. Written notice to vacate (at least 3 days unless lease says otherwise; pay-or-vacate form for first-time nonpayment) delivered by a method in Sec. 24.005(f-3)
  2. File sworn petition in justice court; landlord may include a sworn motion for summary disposition (Sec. 24.00505, 24.005106)
  3. Sheriff/constable must make a diligent effort to serve citation within 5 business days of filing; otherwise landlord may use another trained officer (Sec. 24.0051(f))
  4. Tenant may file a response to a summary disposition motion no later than the 4th day after service; trial is set 10-21 days after filing and not earlier than 4 days after service (Sec. 24.0051(g), 24.005106)
  5. Judgment; appeal to county court by bond, cash deposit, or statement of inability within 5 days after judgment is signed (Sec. 24.005107)
  6. Writ of possession may not issue before the 6th day after judgment (absent possession bond); officer serves it within 5 business days, posts a 24-hour warning, then executes (Sec. 24.0061)

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Rent in Tom Green County (San Angelo)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the San Angelo, TX MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio$923
1 bedroom$1,049
2 bedrooms$1,339
3 bedrooms$1,821
4 bedrooms$2,043

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Tom Green County (San Angelo): $1,154/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo)?
Eviction cases in Tom Green County (San Angelo) are filed with the Tom Green County Justice of the Peace Courts (Precincts 1-4).
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo)?
Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 (2026 packet): $54.00 court fee + $125.00 service fee = $179.00 for one defendant in Tom Green County; $304.00 for two defendants in the same case ($54.00 court + $250.00 service). Jury fee $22.00. Writ of possession: $5.00 court fee + $225.00 service fee = $230.00 (plus $50.00 per hour per officer after the first two hours).
Where can I get help with an eviction in Tom Green County (San Angelo)?
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas - San Angelo office.
What is the fair market rent in Tom Green County (San Angelo)?
HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,339 per month (1-bedroom: $1,049).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.