Q: When are Johnson County property taxes due for FY 2025-2026?
A: Property taxes are due January 31, 2025. Payments received after February 1st are considered delinquent and subject to penalties and interest charges that accrue monthly.
Q: What tax exemptions are available and do I need to apply?
A: Major exemptions include the $100,000 school district homestead exemption (requires application), county homestead exemption of $5,000 or 5% of value, over-65 exemptions, disability exemptions, and veteran exemptions. ALL exemptions require application with the Johnson County Appraisal District by April 30th annually. Applications are not automatic.
Q: How does the homestead exemption work?
A: The homestead exemption provides two benefits: it reduces your taxable assessed value (by $100,000 for school taxes), and it caps your assessment increases at 10% annually. You must file an application with supporting documentation. The 10% cap applies to the total assessed value for tax purposes, not market value.
Q: When does the county assess property values and how can I appeal?
A: Property values are assessed as of January 1st each year. Assessment notices are mailed by April. You can protest your assessment with the Johnson County Appraisal Review Board through May 31st (or within 30 days of receiving your notice if later). File protests at johnsoncad.com or call (817) 556-6600.
Q: What are the penalties for late property tax payments?
A: Penalties begin at 7% for February, increase to 8% in March, 9% in April, 10% in May, 11% in June, and 12% from July forward. Interest accrues at 1% monthly. Additional attorney fees may apply for severely delinquent accounts.
Q: Can I pay my Johnson County property taxes online?
A: Yes, visit the Johnson County Tax Assessor-Collector website or search for "Johnson County Texas tax payments." E-check payments typically have lower fees than credit card payments. You can also pay in person, by mail, or by phone.
Q: Why do properties in the same neighborhood have different tax rates?
A: Johnson County contains multiple overlapping taxing entities including different school districts, municipal utility districts, emergency services districts, and other special districts. Your specific combination of taxing entities determines your total rate, which can vary significantly even within the same subdivision.
Q: What triggers a supplemental tax assessment?
A: Property sales, new construction completion, major renovations, property splits or combinations, and changes in property use can trigger supplemental assessments. These are prorated for the portion of the tax year remaining after the change occurs.
Q: Are there additional exemptions for seniors or disabled property owners?
A: Yes, property owners 65 or older qualify for additional exemptions and a tax ceiling that freezes school district taxes at the level when the exemption begins. Disabled persons may qualify for similar benefits. Both require annual application and documentation with the appraisal district.
Q: How do I verify my property is in the correct taxing districts?
A: Check your tax bill or contact the Johnson County Appraisal District at (817) 556-6600. Your property account will list all applicable taxing entities. If you believe there's an error in district assignments, you can protest this with the appraisal review board.
