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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Runnels County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Runnels County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Runnels County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
9,751
Population
Census estimate
3,780
Households
Census estimate
$55,424
Median income
Annual household
$89,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Ballinger
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Runnels County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Runnels County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Runnels County | Northern District of Texas | United States … Clerk Phone Clerk Phone District and County Clerks Title, Co… |
| Criminal records | County Sheriff - Runnels County Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | Runnels County Sheriff Office, TX, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | Runnels Central Appraisal District Runnels County Tax Office |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Runnels County state portal below |
| Voter records | Runnels County Voter Registration Figures Texas Voter Registration | Texas.gov |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Runnels County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Runnels County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Runnels County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Runnels County Records
2026
Runnels County court records portal verified
State court system links for Runnels County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Runnels County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Runnels County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Runnels County property records online
Runnels County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Texas, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Runnels County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Runnels County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Runnels County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Texas statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Texas state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Runnels County Records
❌ Myth: "Runnels County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Runnels County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Runnels County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Runnels County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Runnels County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Runnels County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Runnels County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.txnd.uscourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.sos.state.tx.us — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Runnels County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Runnels County, use Texas's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Texas statewide record systems:
- Texas Court Records →
- Texas Criminal Records →
- Texas Property Records →
- Texas Vital Records →
- Texas Voter Records →
- Texas Wants & Warrants →
- Texas Licenses →
- Texas Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Texas statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Runnels County, Texas
Runnels County is located in the West Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Ballinger.
- Population: 9,751
- Households: 3,780
- Median household income: $55,424
- Median home value: $89,700
- Below poverty line: 11.9%
- Land area: 1,051.1 sq mi
- Population density: 9.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 13
Runnels Central Appraisal District
Official Free
P.O. Box 524 Ballinger, TX 76821 · 505 Hutchings Avenue Ballinger, Texas
Runnels County Tax Office
Official Free
Name   Property Address   Legal Description   Geographic ID   Property ID       Return to Home   · Home · News & Events · Links · Tax Rates · Exemptions · Downloads and Forms · Publications · FAQ · Contact Us · Commissioners · Mailing Address: PO BOX 517 BALLINGER TX 76821 · Physical Address: 201 S BROADWAY BALLINGER TX 76821 · Phone: 325-365-2339 · Fax: 325-365-5884 · Email: ROBIN.BURGESS@RUNNELSCOUNTY.ORG ·
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
Official Free
Access property records, Access real properties
Runnels County | Northern District of Texas | United States District Court
Official Free
Enter the city or county in Texas for which you are trying to determine venue. Certain cities reside in more than one county and may occupy multiple districts or divisions · To locate courts outside of Texas, please visit the uscourts.gov website
Clerk Phone Clerk Phone District and County Clerks Title, County Title, County
Official Free
Dist Clk, Runnels · Burleson, Tammy · (325) 365-2638 · Co Clk, Grimes · Burzynski, Vanessa · (936) 873-4407 · Co Clk, Franklin · Bussell, Brook · (903) 537-8357 · Dist Clk, Hays · Calvert, Amanda K. (512) 393-7660 · Dist Clk, Nacogdoches · Cammack, Loretta ·
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
.gov
Federal court electronic records (Public Access to Court Electronic Records).
pacer.gov
County Sheriff - Runnels County
Official Free
https://customer.cidnet.net/login · Citizen Law Enforcement Complaint:
Texas DPS — Crime Records
Official Free
PACER provides information about accessing and filing federal court records electronically. Find resources for using PACER.
PublicSite Sor Public SORNA
Official Free
Under Art. 62.403(b), a person with a single reportable adjudication or conviction may apply to the Council on Sex Offender Treatment for an individual risk assessment .
Texas Voter Registration | Texas.gov
Official Free
Learn who can vote in Texas, how to check if you're registered, register to vote in Texas, and prepare for voting day.
IvisMvpUi
Official Free
Runnels County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas . As of the 2020 census, its population was 9,900. Its county seat is Ballinger. The county was created in 1858 and later organized in 1880. It is named for Hiram G. Runnels, a Texas state legislator.
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Runnels County, Texas
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Frequently requested statistics for: Runnels County, Texas
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Official Free
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has notified DSHS that two Texas residents were Need a copy of your birth certificate? We can help you. Vital Statistics maintains birth records for the state of Texas.
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
County Clerks
Official Free
County Clerk · Jennifer Fogg · 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln., Suite 100, Rockwall 75087 · (972) 204-6300 · FAX: (972) 204-6319 · Submit your Application for Ballot By Mail or Federal Postcard Application via email · RUNNELS COUNTY · County Clerk · Jennifer Gray Hoffpauir ·
Runnels County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Texas Comptroller Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
TX Comptroller entity search.
mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Runnels County?
Runnels County court cases are searchable through the Runnels County | Northern District of Texas | United States District Court portal: https://www.txnd.uscourts.gov/city-data/runnels-county. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Texas?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Texas record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Texas?
Yes — in Texas, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
How do I run a Texas background check?
Texas background checks are handled by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.