2024 Texas Collection Activity Overview
The IRS has significantly expanded enforcement operations in Texas, with field office staffing increases of 15% since 2022. This expansion targets high-income earners in the Dallas-Fort Worth corridor, energy sector workers in Houston, and tech professionals in Austin. Collection revenue from Texas increased to $3.2 billion in fiscal year 2023.
Regional Enforcement Patterns
Houston metro leads Texas in total collection cases (45,000+), while Austin shows the highest average debt ($35,100) due to tech sector equity compensation issues. San Antonio's military contractor population faces specialized enforcement, and the Dallas-Fort Worth area experiences concentrated audit activity in high-income suburbs like Collin County.
Industry-Specific Targeting
The IRS has deployed industry-specific enforcement teams in Texas targeting: oil and gas contractors (1099 matching programs), construction companies (payroll tax audits), tech workers (equity compensation reviews), and real estate professionals (Schedule E scrutiny). Cash-intensive businesses in border regions face enhanced examination.
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